Vertex Summer Intern 2026, Biostatistics and Statistical Programming

Vertex Pharmaceuticals • Boston, MA

83d • $26 - $50 • Hybrid

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.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a graduate-level curriculum leading to a Ph.D. in statistics or biostatistics or other quantitative science (e.g., data science, quantitative pharmacology, etc.), with 2+ years graduate study completed and will resume the graduate program after the internship.
• Proficiency in R, Python, and SAS
• 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 August 2026
• You must be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week from May - August 2026

Responsibilities

• Explore statistical methodology relating to dose selection and dose response modelling
• Perform simulation studies
• Analyze clinical study data and interpret the results for a cross-functional team
• Build R programs and (possibly an R shiny app) as well as conduct analyses in SAS
• Present research results and learnings to the Biostatistics department and broader audience at departmental seminars and/or company poster sessions
• Summarize the work for future departmental use and potentially produce a peer-reviewed publication
• Attend seminars and other company activities to enhance the understanding of the drug development process and daily work of biostatisticians in a biotechnology company

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees