Vertex Spring Co-Op 2027, Technical Operations - Packaging

Vertex Pharmaceuticals LLC

Boston (MA)

Hybrid

USD 34,000 - 48,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Free 24/7 onsite gym access

Subsidized commuter benefits

Provided meals - free breakfast daily

Career development opportunities

Company-wide and intern events

Location-specific perks

Job summary

Vertex invites students in Packaging Sciences or Packaging Engineering to join a 6‑month packaging co‑op as part of their Technical Operations team in Boston. You will participate in packaging development, production processes, and supplier coordination, gaining hands-on experience across cross‑functional teams.

The role offers a Hybrid/On‑Site arrangement, a paid hourly rate of $25–$35, and comprehensive benefits as part of Vertex’s intern program.

Qualifications

Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in Packaging Sciences or Packaging Engineering, or another related field
Interests in pursuing a career in pharmaceutical packaging
Preferred experience with CAD software (Artios, Solid Works)
Strong written communication skills
Experience with MS Office applications (Teams, PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
Planning and organizational skills
Legal authorization to work in the United States; Vertex does not sponsor internships/co-ops
Must be enrolled in an advanced degree program if graduating before June 2027
Able to work full-time, 40 hours per week from January–June 2027

Responsibilities

Assist in preparation of plans, designs, data collection methods, and reports
Create materials and tools to support process improvement initiatives, including project intake tool development
Conduct process-mapping sessions to support the project intake tool
Test primary and secondary packaging components for 2024 product launches; draft review reports
Meet virtually with existing Contract Manufacturers and Material Suppliers

Skills

Strong written communication

Planning and organizational skills

Interests in pharmaceutical packaging

Education

Undergraduate or graduate packaging program

Advanced degree enrollment ifGraduating before June 2027

Tools

Artios CAD

SolidWorks

MS Office (Teams, PowerPoint, Excel, Word)

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'll work on meaningful projects, collaborate with talented teams, and learn from industry leaders. We're passionate about innovation, inclusion, and supporting your growth-inside and outside the lab.

Why Vertex?

Real Projects: You'll work 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 Technical Operations - Packaging Co-Op program is a 6-month experiential training program for students currently working towards an undergraduate or advanced degree in Packaging Engineering, Packaging Sciences, 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 Technical Operations functional areas and serve as a launchpad for your career.

The application deadline for this co-op is November 15th, 2026.

What you will be doing:

The Tech Ops Packaging group supports the development (pre-filing development work and filing documentation), launch (creation and validation of production processes), and long-term maintenance of all packaging related activities, including support in selection of appropriate Contract Manufacturing Organizations to fulfill packaging related business needs.

Assisting in the preparation of plans, designs, methods of data collection, and reports.
Creating materials and tools to support upcoming and ongoing process improvement initiatives, specifically the development of a project intake tool, including expected timelines for each task, to aide cross functional partners that require support from the packaging group.
Conducting process mapping working sessions on business and technical processes to support the creation of the project intake tool.
Testing of primary and secondary packaging components in support of various product launches in 2024, including drafting reports for review.
Meet virtually with existing Contract Manufacturers and Material Suppliers.

What you will need to succeed:

Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in Packaging Sciences or Packaging Engineering, or another related field
Interests in pursuing a career in pharmaceutical packaging.
Preferred experience with CAD software (Artios, Solid Work, etc)
Strong written communication skills
Experience with MS Office applications (Teams, PowerPoint, Excel, Word etc.)
Planning and organizational skills
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 before June 2027
You must be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week from January - June 2027

Program Details:

Full-time, paid co-op $25.00 - 35.00 USD/hour
Program Dates: January - June 2027
Application Deadline: November 15th, 2026

At Vertex, we believe that when you feel your best, you can perform at your best. That's why our US benefits and global well-being resources are designed to support you.