Vertex Fall Co-op 2026, Scientific Writing and Disease Area Communications

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. We provide the skills, insights and guidance so you can become an important part of that future and turn your potential into progression. As a Vertex intern or co‑op you will work on meaningful projects, collaborate with talented teams and learn from industry leaders. We are passionate about innovation, inclusion and supporting your growth inside and outside the lab.

Responsibilities

Write and produce pipeline‑related content for the employee intranet by researching, writing and packaging articles, patient and employee stories and multimedia content.

Support disease affinity recognition throughout the year by writing internal and external content to educate audiences and raise awareness for a given disease area.

Help create and execute communication plans for pipeline announcements and content campaigns, such as launching a video series.

Create copy for pipeline social media content channels focused on disease recognition and pipeline‑related conferences.

Compile metrics from communication campaigns and provide insight to guide future strategy and planning.

Provide support for ongoing communication initiatives and ad‑hoc projects as needed.

Qualifications

Currently enrolled in a degree program leading to a Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field, Journalism, Communications, Marketing or a related field. Graduates may also be qualified if they are enrolled in an advanced degree program.

Outstanding verbal and written communication skills with excellent attention to detail.

Ability to succeed in a fast‑paced environment with multiple competing priorities.

Understanding of the scientific method and scientific concepts.

Prior internship experience in the medical/pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry, or in communications.

Self‑starter who can deliver results with limited direction on tight deadlines.

Highly motivated, energetic, strong work ethic and tenacity.

Capacity to work full‑time onsite in Boston, MA.

Legal authorization to work in the United States, now and in the future. No sponsorship will be provided.

Must be enrolled in an advanced degree program if graduating before December 2026.

Must be available to work full‑time, 40 hours per week from July through December 2026.

Program Details

Full‑time paid co‑op: $20.00 – $27.00 USD per hour.

Program dates: July – December 2026.

Application deadline: April 3rd, 2026.

Benefits

Free 24/7 onsite gym access and group exercise classes.

Subsidized commuter benefits – transit and parking.

Daily free breakfast.

Career development opportunities and events, including C‑Suite engagement.

Intern‑only and company‑wide social events.

Location‑specific perks and extras.

Recognition of National Intern Day.

Equal Opportunities
Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non‑discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E‑Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

Accessibility & Accommodations
Vertex is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com.

Export Control Notice
This position may involve access to technology or data that is subject to U.S. export control laws, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Employment is contingent upon the applicant's ability to access export‑controlled information in accordance with U.S. law. Only individuals who qualify as U.S. persons (citizens, permanent residents, asylees, or refugees) are eligible for this position. Vertex is unable to sponsor non‑U.S. persons to apply for an export control license.

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