Spring Co-Op 2027, Exploratory Chemistry

Vertex Pharmaceuticals LLC; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free 24/7 onsite gym access

Subsidized commuter benefits

Provided meals—free breakfast daily!

Career development opportunities

Social events

Location-specific perks

National Intern Day recognition

Job summary

Vertex Exploratory Chemistry Co-Op is a 6-month experiential training program for advanced degree students in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related fields. You’ll work on PD Media Development projects, gaining hands-on experience with chemistry and biology teams and contributing to data generation for process development and manufacturing readiness.

The program runs January–July 2027, with an application deadline of Nov 15, 2026.

Qualifications

• Senior, Master’s, or PhD student expected.
• Chemical Engineering or Chemistry degree required.
• Familiarity with LC-MS techniques.
• Experience with solubility and stability of small molecules.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize chemical reagents and mixtures for small molecule studies.
• Support solubility and stability assessments in collaboration with PharmSci and AD.
• Process and interpret LC-MS data to evaluate identity, integrity and degradation.
• Document methods and observations clearly and reproducibly.
• Summarize findings and recommend workflow optimizations for the T1D program.

Skills

Solubility & stability experiments

Small molecule chemistry

Full-time 40h/wk 2027

Education

Senior, Master’s, PhD

Chemical Engineering/Chemistry degree

Tools

LC-MS familiarity

Job description

Kickstart Your Career at Vertex!
Are you ready to make a real impact? At Vertex, our mission is to tackle serious diseases and to change lives, for the better, for the future. Our aim is to give you the skills, insights, and career guidance to be an important part of that future; to turn your potential into progression. As a Vertex intern or co-op,you’llwork on meaningful projects, collaborate with talented teams, and learn from industry leaders.We’repassionate about innovation, inclusion, and supporting your growth—inside and outside the lab.

Why Vertex?

• Real Projects:You’llwork on assignments that make a real impact, not just busy work.

• Mentorship & Networking:Connect with leaders and peers who want to see you succeed through professional networks, connections, and collaborations that will shape your longer-term career.

• Flexible & Supportive:We offer flexible work options with Flex @ Vertex and prioritize your wellbeing.

• Inclusive Culture:Collaboration and inclusion are embedded in everything we do.

• Career Launchpad:Build skills, explore career paths, and get guidance for your future career.

Your Impact

The Vertex Exploratory Chemistry Co-Op, is a 6-month experiential training program for students currently working towards an advanced degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or other related fields. If you are passionate, collaborative, and growth-minded, a co-op at Vertex will help you gain meaningful experience in our PD Media Development functional areas and serve as a launchpad for your career.

The application deadline for this co-op is November 15th. Please note that Vertex reviews applications on a rolling basis and reserves the right to close this job posting prior to the listed deadline. Applicants can expect to receive an update about their application before or shortly after the application deadline.

What you will be doing:
The co-op will support small molecule studies by evaluating the solubility and stability of chemical mixtures. Their primary project will support the collaborative effort between PD and PharmSci to establish an understanding of mixture storage, stability and chemical compatibility, with the goal of generating data that supports process development and future manufacturing readiness.

The co-op will gain hands‑on experience, working with both chemistry and biology teams to prepare reagents, run experiments, analyze data, and support related cell culture studies. This is an opportunity to learn how small molecules are formulated and applied in biologically relevant systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• 1. Prepare and organize chemical reagents and mixtures to support T1D small molecule studies.

• 2. Support solubility and stability assessments for selected chemical mixtures under defined conditions in collaboration with PharmSci and AD.

• 3. Process and interpret LC-MS data to evaluate compound identity, integrity, and degradation profiles.

• 4. Document experimental methods, observations, and results in a clear and reproducible manner.

• 5. Summarize findings and provide recommendations to support optimization of small molecule workflows for the T1D program.

Qualifications:

• Senior, Master’s, PhD

• Chemical Engineering/Chemistry degree

• LC-MS familiarity

• Experience with small molecule interactions, organic chemistry, experiments to determine the solubility and stability of small molecules

• Legal authorization to work in the United States, now and in the future. Please note that Vertex does not provide sponsorship for internships/co-ops or entry level roles within this part of the organization.

• You must be enrolled in an advanced degree program if graduating beforeJune 2027

• You must be available to work full-time,40 hoursper week fromJanuary – June 2027

Program Details:

• Full-time, paid co-op $30.00 – 50.00 USD/hour

• Program Dates: January – July 2027

• Application Deadline: November 15th, 2026

At Vertex, we believe that when you feel your best, you canperform atyour best.That’swhy our US benefits and global well‑being resources are designed to support you.

• Free 24/7 onsite gym access and free access to group exercise classes
• Subsidized commuter benefits- transit and parking
• Provided meals—free breakfast daily!
• Career development opportunities and events, including C Suite engagement
• Social events—both intern-only and company-wide
• Location-specificperksand extras!
• Recognition of National Intern Day

Our Ways of Working

Flex Designation: On‑Site - Boston

Flex Eligibility Status: On‑Site: work five days per week on‑site with ad hoc flexibility.

Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.

At Vertex, we embrace continuous learning and encourage employees to stay informed on advances in AI, technology, automation, and industry trends. We seek talent who bring an external perspective, demonstrate curiosity and sound judgment, and thoughtfully adopt new capabilities that improve decision‑making, drive innovation, increase efficiency, and help deliver better outcomes for patients.

Disclosure Statement:

The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job‑related factors permitted by law.

At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market‑leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week‑long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.

Company Information

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.

Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non‑discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E‑Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at [e-mail]