Co-Op, Automation, Digital Manufacturing & Controls

ModernaTX • Norwood, MA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

This winter/spring co-op in Norwood, Massachusetts runs from January 18, 2027, through June 25, 2027. Applicants must be available for the entire co-op term. The position is 100% onsite and is not eligible for remote work.

The co-op supports the digital, software, data, automation, controls, and manufacturing systems capabilities used by Moderna’s manufacturing and operational teams. The student will gain hands-on exposure to how manufacturing data is generated, managed, integrated, and used in a regulated GMP environment while working with Manufacturing, Digital, Automation, Quality, and Engineering teams.

Projects may involve analyzing manufacturing data; improving data visibility; supporting system integrations, reporting, analytics, and data quality; documenting systems and processes; troubleshooting data issues; developing dashboards or applications; and evaluating ways to enable manufacturing operations through software, data, automation, and digital technologies. The role is intended for a student interested in applying these technologies to real-world manufacturing and operational challenges, and offers opportunities to learn about GMP manufacturing systems, regulated data practices, and digital technologies used in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's program in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology, Biotechnology, or a related technical field.
• Basic understanding of at least one relevant technical area, such as programming, databases, APIs, automation, controls, version control, or information systems, gained through coursework, projects, or prior experience.
• Experience analyzing data with at least one tool such as Python, Power BI, Tableau, Grafana, or a similar tool.
• Ability to analyze and troubleshoot problems methodically.
• Interest in learning about GMP manufacturing and computerized systems.
• Ability to work independently and contribute to cross-functional teams.
• Curiosity about process automation development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be available for the entire co-op duration, January 18, 2027, through June 25, 2027.
• Must already hold U.S. work authorization and be able to maintain it without future immigration sponsorship.
• Must qualify as a U.S. person (citizen, permanent resident, asylee, or refugee) to access export-controlled information.

Nice To Haves

• GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale or equivalent.
• Familiarity with regulated manufacturing concepts such as data integrity, traceability, validation, ISA-95, or change management.
• Hands-on technical experience through coursework, personal projects, research, internships, open-source contributions, or a code/project portfolio such as GitHub.
• Prior experience in a GMP environment.
• Exposure to Manufacturing Execution Systems, Process Control Systems, Data Historian Systems, SCADA, SQL, ERP, PCS, or PLC-based automation systems.
• Experience completing technical projects involving system integration, automation, or software development.
• Desire to make an impact at a high-growth, transformational company described as Bold, Relentless, Curious, and Collaborative.

Responsibilities

• Work with experienced automation engineers and developers to learn automation platforms, tools, and best practices.
• Assist in developing, configuring, integrating, and testing digital, automation, controls, and manufacturing systems, including PCS, MES, data platforms, and PLC-based systems.
• Develop, test, and deploy software applications, data products, APIs, integrations, or automation solutions for manufacturing and operational needs.
• Apply software and engineering practices such as version control, code review, testing, debugging, modular development, and technical documentation.
• Build or update dashboards, reports, analytical tools, or data products using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Grafana, or other relevant technologies.
• Troubleshoot data-flow issues between manufacturing systems, databases, and reporting tools.
• Assist with testing changes to manufacturing data systems, reports, and integrations before deployment.
• Document system configurations, data flows, business processes, troubleshooting steps, and standard work.
• Work with Manufacturing, Automation, Quality, and Digital teams to understand business, operational, and technical needs and translate them into technical requirements.
• Support investigations by gathering system data, logs, timestamps, and other technical information.
• Participate in project meetings, daily team discussions, and technical reviews.
• Assist with user acceptance testing, regression testing, and validation-related activities for GMP computerized systems.
• Review data trends and summarize findings for engineers, manufacturing teams, or project leads.
• Learn the underlying manufacturing process to understand the context of the data being analyzed.
• Support GMP documentation, testing, and validation activities.
• Follow and apply industry and GMP standards in pharmaceutical manufacturing environments.

Benefits

• Free premium access to meditation and mindfulness classes.
• Subsidized commuter benefits.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick time, holidays, volunteer days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown.
• Location-specific perks and extras.
• Potential eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus, other incentive compensation, or an equity award, subject to plan eligibility criteria and individual performance.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern