2027 Co-Op, Strategic Partnerships

The Role:

Moderna is seeking a highly motivated co-op with a strong interest in cell biology, assay development, and drug delivery to join our team. This is a full-time co-op based in Cambridge, MA from January 19, 2027 – June 25, 2027. Candidates must be available for the entire duration of the program.

This position offers valuable exposure to the management and oversight of strategic partnerships that support Moderna’s clinical development lifecycle, including the business, operational and financial considerations that contribute to progress across our R&D pipeline.

As a co-op in Strategic Partnerships, you’ll join a dynamic, cross-functional team focused on developing tools and processes that clarify and streamline how Moderna Functional Managers and our Strategic Partners work together throughout the partnership lifecycle. You’ll have opportunities to collaborate with stakeholders across Global Development Operations (GDO), Procurement and Digital to improve the experience of managing vendor relationships, supporting effective oversight and enabling more efficient collaboration.

This interdisciplinary role provides an opportunity to build practical business, analytical and project coordination skills in a fast-paced, collaborative biotech environment. Throughout your co-op experience, you’ll work alongside experienced professionals who will provide mentorship, guidance and opportunities to contribute to meaningful initiatives while developing your professional capabilities.

Here’s What You’ll Do:

• Learn about strategic partnerships and vendor governance by helping develop and organize tools, resources and guidance materials that simplify vendor management activities and support Moderna Functional Managers and Strategic Partners throughout the partnership lifecycle.
• Develop project coordination skills by scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, documenting key discussions and tracking action items and deliverables using tools such as Microsoft Outlook, Teams and SharePoint.
• Build analytical and reporting capabilities by helping develop and maintain reports, dashboards and tracking tools that provide visibility into vendor oversight activities, partnership milestones and operational performance.
• Support effective information management by organizing and maintaining structured repositories, reference materials and resources that help business stakeholders easily access relevant vendor and partnership information.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including GDO, Procurement and Digital, to gain an understanding of how different business functions work together to support effective vendor management and strategic partnerships.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives by helping document existing workflows, identifying opportunities for simplification or efficiency and supporting the development of practical solutions that improve how teams work together.

Here’s What You’ll Need:

• Minimum GPA of 3.4.
• Currently enrolled as a Junior or Senior in an undergraduate degree program.
• Pursuing a degree in a scientific, analytics, economics, business or related discipline.

Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table:

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, with an interest in learning how to communicate effectively with different stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Interest in learning and applying new digital tools and technologies (e.g., SharePoint, Teams, Simpplr) to organize information, improve collaboration and support business processes.
• A curious, proactive mindset with a willingness to ask questions, learn from others and take initiative with appropriate guidance.
• An interest in understanding how business operations and strategic partnerships contribute to clinical development and the broader biotechnology industry.
• A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth, transformational company that is Bold, Relentless, Curious and Collaborative.

At Moderna, we are focused on delivering on our mission by enabling talent to thrive. For this role, we are currently unable to offer immigration sponsorship. Candidates must already hold work authorization in US and be able to maintain that status without the need for future sponsorship.

Our Working Model 

As we build our company, we have always believed an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn, contribute, and make a meaningful impact.

Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free, and drug-free work environment.

Pay & Benefits

At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work.  That’s why our co-op benefits are designed to support you during your time with us —at work, at home, and everywhere in between.

• Free premium access to meditation and mindfulness classes

• Subsidized commuter benefits

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, holidays, volunteer days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown

• Location-specific perks and extras

The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, other incentive compensation, or equity award, subject to company plan eligibility criteria and individual performance.

About Moderna

Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world.  

By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture. Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities. 

We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S. 

If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine, we invite you to visit modernatx.com/careers to learn more about our current opportunities. 

Equal Opportunities

Moderna 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 or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law.  Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day, please apply!

Moderna is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. 

Accommodations

We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees. By cultivating a workplace that values diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we create an environment where every employee can contribute their best. 

Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities. 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 contact the Accommodations team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com.