Process Engineering Co-op (Fall 2026)

Wave Life Sciences • Lexington, MA

3h

About The Position

Wave Life Sciences is a biotechnology company focused on unlocking the broad potential of RNA medicines to transform human health. Our RNA medicines platform, PRISM, combines multiple modalities, chemistry innovation and deep insights in human genetics to deliver scientific breakthroughs that treat both rare and prevalent disorders. Our toolkit of RNA-targeting modalities includes editing, splicing, RNA interference and antisense silencing, providing us with unmatched capabilities for designing and sustainably delivering candidates that optimally address disease biology. Our diversified pipeline includes clinical programs in Duchenne muscular dystrophy, Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency and Huntington’s disease, as well as a preclinical program in obesity. Driven by the calling to “Reimagine Possible”, we are leading the charge toward a world in which human potential is no longer hindered by the burden of disease.
Scope:
Wave Life Sciences is seeking a highly motivated engineering student to join the Process Engineering group, which supports Oligonucleotide manufacturing and various capital projects for the Lexington site. The Co-op Program is a 6-month, full-time experience within the Process Engineering group at Wave Life Sciences where you will have the opportunity to apply your knowledge beyond the classroom.

Requirements

• Track record of successfully delivering projects / achieving goals in both independent and team settings.
• Willingness to be coached / mentored and to speak up / ask questions.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Highly detail-oriented and organized.
• Demonstrated experience solving complex problems in which an analysis of situations or data required an in-depth evaluation of various factors.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects / tasks at once, establish priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Basic computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to climb ladders and work in tight spaces with equipment (bending, squatting, twisting).
• Ability to lift objects of 25-50 pounds, push / pull objects, apply firm grasp and / or reach above shoulder height.
• Ability to gown in / out of cleanrooms.
• This co-op opportunity is open to undergraduate students enrolled in a chemical/bioprocess engineering or related program at an accredited university.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
• Enrollment in a full-time undergraduate program, returning to the academic program following Wave Life Sciences Co-op assignment
• At least 18 years of age prior to the scheduled start date

Nice To Haves

• Pursuing a Bachelor-level degree in a technical discipline(s) such as chemical engineering, bioengineering, mechanical engineering, chemistry, data science / statistics, etc.
• Experience / interest in working on GMP process equipment and / or in GMP manufacturing environments a plus.
• Experience / interest in oligonucleotide manufacturing processes, unit operations, and facilities a plus.
• Experience with performing data analysis with statistical software and / or programming languages such as MS Excel, JMP, SQL, R, Python, etc. a plus.
• Experience / interest in CAD and drafting P&IDs a plus.
• Experience using / applying AI tools and applications to boost productivity and / or perform data analysis a plus.
• Grade point average of 3.3 or higher preferred

Responsibilities

• This co-op role will be primarily responsible for assisting the Process Engineering team with executing engineering project deliverables, drafting technical and quality documents, troubleshooting and maintaining GMP process equipment, supporting manufacturing investigations and other related activities.
• This assignment will offer the opportunity for involvement in a range of Engineering and Facilities activities, the opportunity to learn about oligonucleotide process unit operations and equipment, and hands-on experience supporting manufacturing process systems in a GMP environment.
• The co-op will be assigned to various engineering projects and tasks.
• The ability to successfully execute projects will require a willingness to learn good manufacturing practices (GMP), excellent communication skills, and an ability to work well in a team environment.
• This individual will be expected to learn how to interpret engineering documents (for example process and instrumentation diagrams and equipment specifications), and support and document engineering activities (maintenance, troubleshooting, equipment studies, etc.).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees