2026 Co-Op, Supply Chain Operational Excellence

Moderna • Norwood, MA

17d • $20 - $60 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a co-op opportunity in Norwood, MA from July 13th – December 11th, 2026. Applicants must be available for the entire duration of the co-op. Start date will be July 13th, 2026. The Operational Excellence (OpEx) team within CMC Supply chain is looking for top talent to drive continuous improvement to deliver the greatest possible impact to people through mRNA medicines. As part of this team, you will be instrumental in driving process improvements across our supply chain operations to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality and service levels. You will gain exposure to value stream mapping and analysis, DMAIC problem solving and lean tools, and leveraging data for decision-making, aligned with our commitment to operational excellence and a culture of financial discipline.

Requirements

• Current student enrolled in a Bachelors or Masters program in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain management, Operations Management, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field
• Strong problem-solving skills and a data-driven mindset.
• Basic proficiency in Excel or other data analysis tools for managing and interpreting data.
• This position is site-based, requiring you to be at Moderna’s site full-time.
• This position is not eligible for remote work.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• GPA of ≥3.5 on a 4 scale or equivalent
• Basic knowledge or experience in lean six sigma, process improvement, DMAIC problem solving, or supply chain optimization.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently as well as the ability to contribute to high performing teams.
• Ability to gather and combine data from different sources to draw meaningful insights and support decision-making.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth, transformational company that is Bold, Relentless, Curious, and Collaborative.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of OpEx initiatives within our supply chain and product value streams.
• Conduct value stream mapping and analysis to grasp the current state and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Participate in or lead workshops or kaizens to deliver rapid improvement in key process areas
• Lead continuous improvement project(s), focusing on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as cost savings, lead time reduction, quality improvements, and process standardization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Quality to drive data-driven process improvements.
• Participate in root cause analyses to identify improvement opportunities and recommend solutions.
• Support change management and the deployment of new tools and processes in the supply chain.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation for project status and findings, and present results to key stakeholders.
• Work with a team of highly skilled experts to come up to speed quickly on technology and techniques.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern