Spring 2027 Co-op, Internal Audit

Vertex Pharmaceuticals • Boston, MA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Vertex Internal Audit Co-op is a six-month experiential training program for students pursuing an undergraduate or advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, Management Information Systems, Economics, or a related field. The co-op assists with Information Technology and business audits, including audit planning, detailed testing, and reporting. The role also includes routine learning-focused tasks such as gathering information for audit planning, taking minutes during planning and fieldwork walkthroughs, carrying out test procedures, and preparing report templates under the oversight of audit leads.

The Internal Audit department provides independent assurance through financial, operational, and applications audits. Its work identifies process gaps, checks adherence to corporate policies, and identifies controls to mitigate company risks. The co-op is full-time, paid, and runs from January through July 2027. The work arrangement is hybrid in Boston, with three days per week onsite and ad hoc flexibility. The position is temporary and offered through a third-party agency partner; the selected candidate will be an employee of that agency, which will provide the terms and conditions of employment.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future; Vertex does not provide sponsorship for internships, co-ops, or entry-level roles in this part of the organization. Applicants graduating before May 2027 must be enrolled in an advanced degree program. The stated hourly pay range is $20.00–$30.00. The posting also lists wellbeing, commuting, meal, career-development, and social-event offerings; however, employment benefits and other terms are presented by the agency upon offer.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Management Information Systems, Economics, or a related discipline.
• Self-motivated, with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Analytical, written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to work efficiently and effectively in a complex team environment.
• Computer skills, including proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to work a hybrid schedule with three days per week in the office.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States now and in the future; sponsorship is not provided for these co-op roles.
• If graduating before May 2027, must be enrolled in an advanced degree program.
• Available to work full-time, 40 hours per week, from January through July 2027.

Nice To Haves

• A desire to experience and learn from an innovative company focused on transforming the lives of people with serious diseases, their families, and society.

Responsibilities

• Assist Internal Auditors with planning and executing audits of internal applications and systems, as well as data-analytics projects.
• Document audit work papers and track and monitor audit issues using audit-related software.
• Assist with project management and execution of test plans, and with automation of internal audit work papers.
• Support the Audit team lead by taking walkthrough minutes, creating weekly agendas, and assisting with operational audit testing.
• Work collaboratively with business and IT partners and build strong client relationships.
• Assist with special projects as needed.
• Gather information for audit planning, take minutes during planning and fieldwork walkthroughs, execute test procedures during fieldwork, and prepare report templates under audit-lead oversight.

Benefits

• Free 24/7 onsite gym access and free access to group exercise classes.
• Subsidized commuter benefits for transit and parking.
• Free daily breakfast.
• Career development opportunities and events, including C-suite engagement.
• Intern-only and company-wide social events.
• Location-specific perks and extras.
• Recognition of National Intern Day.
• The posting mentions medical, dental, and vision benefits, paid time off including a week-long summer and winter company shutdown, educational assistance including student loan repayment, commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, and 401(k); the third-party agency will present applicable benefits and terms upon offer.

What This Job Offers

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