Vertex Spring Co-Op 2027, Project Management

Vertex Inc.•Boston, MA

3d•$25 - $35•Hybrid

About The Position

Vertex is seeking students for its Project Management Co-Op program, a 6-month experiential training opportunity designed for individuals pursuing undergraduate or advanced degrees in STEM or Business fields. This program aims to provide meaningful experience in CGT Program Management, acting as a launchpad for participants' careers. The co-op will involve working on impactful projects, collaborating with talented teams, and learning from industry leaders within a supportive and inclusive culture that prioritizes innovation and employee growth.

Requirements

Strong written and oral communication skills
Strong ability to problem-solve on the fly, ready to put on detective hat
Comfortable with not having all the answers and working in situations with ambiguity
Works well in an environment where speed is prioritized; has an internal sense of urgency
Able to manage concurrent projects effectively
Well organized, and strong sense of responsibility and accountability
Proficient in Microsoft office Suite, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
Legal authorization to work in the United States, now and in the future.
You must be enrolled in an advanced degree program if graduating before May 2027
You must be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week from January – July 2027

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Smartsheet, Coupa, Veeva, Icertis

Responsibilities

Support CMC project planning, coordination, and tracking across active projects and workstreams.
Maintain project-management tools and documentation, including schedules, risk registers, project charters, deliverables trackers, meeting agendas, and action logs.
Organize project information, prepare status updates, and help track milestones, dependencies, risks, and follow-up actions.
Coordinate meeting logistics and support cross-functional communication among CMC, Regulatory, Quality, Device/Human Factors, and other project stakeholders.
Contribute to continuous-improvement initiatives, such as standardizing Smartsheet templates, enhancing regulatory deliverables trackers, or assessing AI-enabled project-management tools.
Assist with defined project assignments, potentially including support for the Pediatric Human Factors study/device workstream.

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, dental and vision 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)