About the role#
This is a full-time summer internship based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, running from June 7, 2027, to August 20, 2027. You will join the Infectious Disease Epidemiology team to gain hands-on experience in real-world research and vaccine development. The work supports programs for infectious respiratory viruses, gastrointestinal viruses, and other areas.
What you'll do#
- Support clinical trial conduct and post-marketing observational research.
- Lead and execute epidemiologic analyses on disease burden and related health outcomes, including study design, data analysis, and interpretation of results.
- Communicate findings through data visualization, reports, and presentations for cross-functional teams and leadership.
- Engage with partners in Clinical Development, Medical Affairs, Health Economics & Outcomes Research, and Real-World Evidence Analytics.
- Contribute to discussions on evidence generation strategies to help shape research priorities.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a PhD or ScD program in Epidemiology or a closely related discipline.
- A strong background in epidemiology and biostatistics.
- Experience with SAS, R, STATA, or similar software.
- An interest in vaccine development, pharmacoepidemiologic methods, pharmacovigilance, and data-driven decision-making.
- Ability to meet deadlines, work independently, and contribute effectively within a team.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, high attention to detail, and a commitment to quality.
- You must already hold work authorization in the United States and be able to maintain that status without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts.
- Modality: Hybrid (70% in-office).
- Compensation: $20.00 - $60.00 per hour.
- Employment: Full-time internship.
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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