Vertex's Spring 2026 Co-op, Integrated Pharmacology

Vertex Pharmaceuticals•Boston, MA

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About The Position

Kickstart Your Career at Vertex! Are you ready to make a real impact? At Vertex, our mission is to tackle serious diseases and to change lives, for the better, for the future. Our aim is to give you the skills, insights, and career guidance to be an important part of that future; to turn your potential into progression. As a Vertex intern or co-op, you’ll work on meaningful projects, collaborate with talented teams, and learn from industry leaders. We’re passionate about innovation, inclusion, and supporting your growth—inside and outside the lab. Why Vertex? Real Projects: You’ll work on assignments that make a real impact, not just busy work. Mentorship & Networking: Connect with leaders and peers who want to see you succeed through professional networks, connections, and collaborations that will shape your longer-term career. Flexible & Supportive: We offer flexible work options with Flex @ Vertex and prioritize your wellbeing. Inclusive Culture: Collaboration and inclusion are embedded in everything we do. Career Launchpad: Build skills, explore career paths, and get guidance for your future career. Ready to apply? Submit your application and let’s turn possibilities into reality! Your Impact The Vertex Integrated Pharmacology internship program is a multi-week experiential training program for students currently working towards an advanced degree in a relevant scientific field (i.e. pharmacology, biological sciences). If you are passionate, collaborative, and growth-minded, an internship at Vertex will help you gain meaningful experience in our Statistical functional areas and serve as a launchpad for your career. Please note that Vertex reviews applications on a rolling basis and reserves the right to close this job posting prior to the listed deadline. Important Notice Regarding Internship and Co-op Inquiries At Vertex Pharmaceuticals, we are committed to providing a fair and structured recruitment process for all students interested in internship and co-op opportunities. To ensure consistency and equity, all student applications must go through our Early Talent Acquisition Team. Due to the high volume of interest, we are unable to respond to individual solicitation. Direct solicitation to Vertex employees- including senior leaders via email will result in removal from the recruiting process. We appreciate your enthusiasm and interest in Vertex. To be considered for internship or co-op roles, please apply directly through our official application channels. Thank you for respecting our process and helping us maintain a fair experience for all candidates. What you will be doing: The Integrated Pharmacology Co-op will work in a collaborative setting with a team of biologists to execute sophisticated biological experiments with manager supervision. Experience with in vivo mouse techniques, and ex vivo techniques such as protein (western blotting, ELISA), flow cytometry, or molecular (qPCR) techniques are preferred. The applicant must be a demonstrated team player and able to work closely and responsively within their team. Excellent communication and people skills are required. Participate in planning experiments and conducts experiments with limited supervision demonstrating responsible follow-up Conduct experiments independently following established methodology and procedures. Performs initial analysis of experimental data and interprets immediate experimental outcomes and/or conclusions with established protocols. Maintain accurate lab records and summarize results for presentations May be expected to present at internal Group research meeting Follows procedures from the literature, adapting them as necessary with supervisor’s guidance Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in a relevant scientific field (e.g. pharmacology, biological sciences)
In vivo mouse techniques ( PO, IP, perfusion, blood and tissue collection)
Ex vivo techniques: protein (western blotting, ELISA), flow cytometry, or molecular (qPCR)
Quick learner with ability and willingness to learn/understand new concepts and techniques.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Self-motivated and results oriented.
Ability to thrive and adapt in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Excellent written and communication skills.
Legal authorization to work in the United States, now and in the future.
Please note that Vertex does not provide sponsorship for internships or entry level roles within this part of the organization. You must be enrolled in an advanced degree program if graduating before June 2026
You must be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week from January – June 2026

Nice To Haves

Experience with in vivo mouse techniques, and ex vivo techniques such as protein (western blotting, ELISA), flow cytometry, or molecular (qPCR) techniques are preferred.
The applicant must be a demonstrated team player and able to work closely and responsively within their team.
Excellent communication and people skills are required.

Responsibilities

Participate in planning experiments and conducts experiments with limited supervision demonstrating responsible follow-up
Conduct experiments independently following established methodology and procedures.
Performs initial analysis of experimental data and interprets immediate experimental outcomes and/or conclusions with established protocols.
Maintain accurate lab records and summarize results for presentations
May be expected to present at internal Group research meeting
Follows procedures from the literature, adapting them as necessary with supervisor’s guidance
Performs other duties as assigned