About the role#
This co-op position supports the Facilities and Engineering organization at the Norwood, Massachusetts site. The role runs from January 18, 2027, through June 25, 2027. You will gain hands-on experience with cGMP manufacturing equipment, project lifecycles, and cross-functional operations in a regulated biopharmaceutical environment. This is a full-time, on-site role.
What you'll do#
- Support Process Engineering, CQV, and Manufacturing Engineering teams with daily activities for cGMP facilities, utilities, and equipment.
- Assist with commissioning, qualification, and validation tasks, including the preparation and review of protocols and technical reports.
- Help troubleshoot process equipment, gather data for root cause investigations, and support Corrective and Preventative Actions.
- Participate in engineering projects across the equipment lifecycle from design review to operational handover.
- Review turnover documentation, such as specifications, drawings, and qualification records, for compliance.
- Partner with teams including Quality, Manufacturing, Facilities, and Digital Automation to meet operational needs.
- Participate in continuous improvement efforts to address documentation gaps and process inefficiencies.
- Follow GxP regulations, SOPs, and safety requirements, including completing cleanroom gowning training to enter classified areas.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Bioengineering, or a related Life Sciences Engineering discipline.
- Interest in process engineering, validation, GMP manufacturing, or equipment reliability.
- Strong attention to detail and fundamental problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
- Willingness to learn engineering documentation practices and complete cleanroom gowning training.
- Work authorization in the United States without the need for future sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Norwood, Massachusetts.
- Modality: 100% on-site.
- Duration: January 18, 2027 - June 25, 2027.
- Employment: Full-time co-op.
About Moderna
Moderna operates in the biotechnology research sector. Founded in 2010, the company focuses on the development of mRNA therapeutics and vaccines. It maintains headquarters in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The organization employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people and functions as a public company.
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