Vertex Spring Co-Op 2027, Process Development Upstream
About The Position
The Vertex Mechanical Automation Co-Op program is a 6-month experiential training program for students currently working towards an undergraduate or advanced degree (Master's preferred) in Engineering, Biotech, Biology, or other related fields. If you are passionate, collaborative, and growth-minded, a co-op at Vertex will help you gain meaningful experience in our VCGT T1D PD functional areas and serve as a launchpad for your career. The PD team performs late-stage process development for the Type 1 Diabetes Cell Therapy process. The Co-op will assist with experimental design and execution that furthers the development of the programs. Job duties include cell culture in 2D environments such as T-flasks. Recording, compiling, analyzing, and presenting data to the broader team. The projects will focus on the assessment of alternative raw materials for the program in efforts to find a robust solution to current challenges. Additionally, projects involving assessing stability and variability between lots of raw material may be included. The Co-op also has the opportunity to learn about the 3D bioreactor related portion of the process.
Requirements
- Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program (Master's preferred) in Biotech, Biology, Engineering, or another related field
- Must have done at least 1 internship/co-op before
- At least some exposure to cell culture techniques
- Experience compiling and graphing data
- Legal authorization to work in the United States, now and in the future.
- Must be enrolled in an advanced degree program if graduating before June 2027
- Must be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week from January – June 2027
Responsibilities
- Assist with experimental design and execution that furthers the development of the programs.
- Perform cell culture in 2D environments such as T-flasks.
- Record, compile, analyze, and present data to the broader team.
- Assess alternative raw materials for the program in efforts to find a robust solution to current challenges.
- Assess stability and variability between lots of raw material.
- Learn about the 3D bioreactor related portion of the process.
Benefits
- Free 24/7 onsite gym access and free access to group exercise classes
- Subsidized commuter benefits- transit and parking
- Provided meals—free breakfast daily!
- Career development opportunities and events, including C Suite engagement
- Social events—both intern-only and company-wide
- Location-specific perks and extras!
- Recognition of National Intern Day
- Medical benefits
- Generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter)
- Educational assistance programs including student loan repayment
- Generous commuting subsidy
- Matching charitable donations
- 401(k)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
