Vertex Summer Intern 2026, Regulatory Advertising and Promotion

Vertex Inc.•Boston, MA

10d•$20 - $35•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. Vertex’s Global Regulatory Affairs Advertising and Promotion Team (RA-AP) is responsible for ensuring that drug promotional communications are accurate, balanced, and compliant with the FDA regulations and internal company policies. The team reviews various materials to help ensure information provided to a wide audience, including health care professionals and patients, are truthful, not misleading, accurate, and appropriately supported by data. The RA-AP team collaborates closely with cross functional partners throughout the products’ lifecycle. As the 2026 Summer Intern, you will be part of the RA-AP team, gaining hands on experience learning how FDA regulations are applied and how promotional materials are aligned with internal policies. This internship offers exposure to the review of a wide range of promotional materials as well as insight into the regulatory submission process. Throughout the internship, you will work closely with medical, legal, commercial, and submission partners as part of cross functional teams.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an accredited university, pursuing a life sciences degree, including a PharmD, with strong interest in pharmaceutical regulation and advertising.
Strong communicator (written and verbal)
Proactive, detail-oriented, able to work independently while also demonstrating collaboration in a team setting
Eager to gain experience in understanding and applying FDA regulations on Drug Advertising Promotion
Ability to work remotely full-time
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

Gain foundational knowledge of FDA regulations and guidance governing prescription drug advertising and promotion.
Assist in reviewing promotional materials for accuracy and compliance with FDA regulations and internal policies.
Participate in cross functional meetings with various cross functional partners to observe the review and approval process.
Collaborate with regulatory submissions team to learn how materials and prepared, reviewed, and submitted to FDA.
Assist with special projects related to accelerated approval products or review current processes and assess regulatory process improvements.
Prepare short summaries or presentations on regulatory topics, as needed.