2026 Intern, R&D Quality

Moderna Therapeutics • Cambridge, MA

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About The Position

Moderna's Research & Development Quality (RDQ) team is seeking a curious, proactive student interested in how Quality Assurance supports R&D in a fast-paced biotech environment. This internship offers broad exposure to quality principles across GxPs (e.g., GCP/GLP/GVP/CSV) and hands-on experience with quality processes, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration. Exact projects will be scoped based on business priorities at the time of hire. If you are bold, relentless, collaborative, and obsess over learning, an internship at Moderna can help augment your education and accelerate your career. Our summer internship program will run from June 1 - August 14, 2025. All applicants must be available to work full-time for the entire duration of the program.

Requirements

• Student working towards a bachelor's degree in a science focused program (i.e., Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacy) or similar
• At least 3 years of study in one of the above scientific fields preferred
• Basic familiarity with pharmaceutical regulations (GCP, GVP, GLP, CSV) is a strong plus
• Strong organization and time-management skills; ability to handle multiple priorities
• Clear written and verbal communication; collaborative mindset and willingness to seek feedback
• Comfort working in dynamic settings and using digital tools/quality systems (training provided)

Responsibilities

• Support elements of the internal and external audit lifecycle (planning, logistics, document preparation, follow-up tracking)
• Contribute to inspection readiness activities and quality system improvements
• Help organize and maintain quality documentation, trackers, and dashboards/metrics
• Assist with quarterly newsletter and periodic updates for RDQ stakeholders
• Partner with study teams and quality representatives on routine quality support
• Learn and apply fundamentals of quality management systems (e.g., Veeva Vault) and good documentation practices

Benefits

• Free premium access to meditation and mindfulness classes
• Subsidized commuter benefits
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time and holidays
• Volunteer time to participate within your community
• Discretionary year-end shutdown
• Location-specific perks and extras

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree