Vertex Summer Intern 2026, Formulation Development
Vertex is a global biotechnology company dedicated to tackling serious diseases and improving lives. They are seeking a motivated intern for their Formulation Development group, where the intern will work on developing small-molecule formulations and processes, collaborating with scientists to execute experiments and analyze data.
Responsibilities
- Review scientific literature
- Plan and execute experiments within a cross-functional team
- Record and analyze data
- Summarize and present results orally and in written reports to stakeholders
- Comply with all relevant, ethical, safety, and training procedures
Skills
- Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program and majoring in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Engineering, or a related scientific field
- Previous hands-on laboratory experience
- Detail-oriented and organized
- Excellent written and oral communication and critical thinking 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 available to work full-time, 40 hours per week from May – August 2026
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
- Medical, dental and vision benefits
- Generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter)
- Educational assistance programs including student loan repayment
- A generous commuting subsidy
- Matching charitable donations
- 401(k)
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