Summer Intern 2027, Bioanalytical
Vertex Pharmaceuticals
Summary
The Vertex Bioanalytical Intern is an 11-week experiential training program for students enrolled in a degree program, gaining meaningful experience in Bioanalysis functional areas.
Job description
Your Impact
The Vertex Bioanalytical Intern is an 11-week experiential training program for students enrolled in a degree program, gaining meaningful experience in Bioanalysis functional areas.
What you will be doing
Support molecular bioassay development for the bioanalytical program, with primary focus on PCR assay development and opportunities to contribute to next-generation sequencing (NGS) method optimization and rollout across studies.
Key Responsibilities
- Screen housekeeping genes across species and help build a PCR assay portfolio for upcoming studies and pharmacokinetic (PK) targets and endogenous gene expression in various preclinical sample matrices.
- Support NGS library preparation method optimization and implementation across multiple studies.
- Contribute to automation, process improvements, and compliance with applicable laboratory procedures.
- Analyze data, document results, and present findings to the team.
Qualifications
- Hands-on wet-lab experience with molecular bioassays, including PCR and DNA/RNA extraction.
- Experience planning and executing laboratory projects.
- Ability to analyze data and communicate results clearly through presentations.
- Experience with laboratory automation equipment, such as Hamilton liquid handlers or Agilent instruments (preferred).
- Legal authorization to work in the United States, now and in the future.
- Must be enrolled in an advanced degree program if graduating before May 2027.
- Must be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week from May – August 2027.
Program Details
- Full-time, paid internship
- $23.00 – $32.00 USD/hour
- Program Dates: May – August 2027
- Application Deadline: January 15th, 2027
Requirements
- Hands-on wet-lab experience with molecular bioassays, including PCR and DNA/RNA extraction
- Experience planning and executing laboratory projects
- Ability to analyze data and communicate results clearly through presentations
- Experience with laboratory automation equipment, such as Hamilton liquid handlers or Agilent instruments (preferred)
- Legal authorization to work in the United States, now and in the future
- Must be enrolled in an advanced degree program if graduating before May 2027
- Must be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week from May – August 2027
Benefits
- Onsite gym access
- Group exercise classes
- Commuter benefits
- Free breakfast
- Career development opportunities
- Social events
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Paid time off
- Educational assistance
- Student loan repayment
- Matching charitable donations
- 401(k)
Company overview
Vertex Pharmaceuticals is a global biotechnology company headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, founded in 1989. The company specializes in discovering, developing, and commercializing transformative medicines for serious diseases, with a primary focus on cystic fibrosis (CF). Vertex has pioneered breakthrough therapies including TRIKAFTA/KAFTRIO, SYMDEKO/SYMKEVI, ORKAMBI, and KALYDECO, which collectively treat approximately 90% of CF patients. Beyond CF, the company has expanded its portfolio to include treatments for sickle cell disease, transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia, acute pain, and has robust clinical pipelines in APOL1-mediated kidney disease, type 1 diabetes, myotonic dystrophy type 1, and alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency. Vertex employs approximately 6,100 people globally and maintains research facilities in San Diego, California, and Milton Park, Oxfordshire, England. The company is publicly traded on NASDAQ (VRTX) and is recognized as one of the industry's top workplaces, consistently earning accolades for its innovative culture and patient-focused approach to drug development.