The Role
Moderna’s Development Clinical Risk, Compliance, TMF & Systems (RCTS) group is seeking a highly motivated college student that has an interest in Risk Management and Compliance in the RCTS environment within the biotech/pharma industry. This position provides an opportunity for inquisitive students who are currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacy etc.) to get firsthand experience working with a Risk Management and Compliance team in a fast-paced environment providing proactive compliance guidance and support across all Development GCP functions. The RCTS Co-Op will also contribute to key development projects and help advance the overall maturity of our program.
If you are bold, relentless, collaborative, and obsessed over learning, a co-op program at Moderna can help augment your education and accelerate your career.
Our Spring co-op program will run from July 13 – December 11, 2026. All applicants must be available to work full-time and on site (Cambridge, MA) for the entire duration of the program.
The RCTS Co-Op role will focus on assisting RCTS staff with continuous improvement initiatives in the Clinical space. This position will also assist with GCP Issue Management and will help support oversight of data and records in the Veeva eTMF, CluePoints and other applicable electronic data systems. The Co-Op program will also provide the opportunity for the Co-Op to observe experienced RCTS professional support clinical trial teams and functional areas. The candidate must also possess the ability to effectively interact and collaborate in a dynamic, cross-functional matrix environment.
Here’s What You Will Do
- Contribute and support continuous improvement initiatives in the Clinical Risk, Compliance, TMF & Systems space (e.g., AI projects) that will focus on evaluating and streamlining GCP processes and tools
- Support oversight of data and records in the Veeva eTMF and other applicable electronic data systems
- Partner with Clinical Compliance Leads and study team members to investigate and document GCP quality events.
- Participate in GCP quality event data reviews to ensure consistency in documentation, identification of trends, and opportunities for continuous process improvement.
- Support TMF Systems & Operations initiatives by assisting with configuration reviews, user access tracking, and documentation updates within Veeva Vault eTMF to help ensure inspection readiness and data integrity.
- Partner with TMF Leads and TMF Systems team members to analyze TMF metrics and reports (e.g., completeness trends, timeliness dashboards) and identify opportunities for process improvement.
- Support reconciliation or oversight activities by performing structured reviews of TMF artifacts/sub-artifacts against defined criteria under supervision, helping strengthen inspection readiness practices.
- Accept candid feedback and seek opportunities for self-improvement
- Engage in various departmental activities and attend relevant meetings as required
Here’s What You’ll Need (Basic Qualifications)
- Gain real life experience in a dynamic and growing Development Risk Management and Compliance function that supports clinical trials and associated functional areas.
- Work closely with seasoned RCTS professionals that will provide excellent mentorship opportunities through a variety of lenses and experiences
- Receive training and gain direct experience with RCTS across the various GCP programs and functional areas.
- Gain a keen understanding of the associated process and opportunities to shadow RCTS professionals
- Exposure to the various GCP functional groups that RCTS supports
- This position is site-based, requiring you to be at Moderna’s site full-time. This position is not eligible for remote work.
- At Moderna, we are focused on delivering on our mission by enabling talent to thrive. For this role, we are currently unable to offer immigration sponsorship. Candidates must already hold work authorization in US and be able to maintain that status without the need for future sponsorship
Here’s What You Will Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)
- Currently enrolled as a student working towards a bachelor’s degree in a science focused program (i.e., Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacy) or similar
- At least 3 years of study in one of the above scientific fields preferred
- Basic familiarity with pharmaceutical regulations (GCP) is a strong plus
- Must possess excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Basic familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc. is a plus
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group, executives, managers, and subject matter experts
- Willingness to learn, be mentored, and improve
- Ability to work independently and in collaborative team environments
- Ability to work in a fast-paced demanding environment
- Ability to prioritize based on shifting demands
- Ability to multitask and know when to ask for help
- Willing and able to relocate to Cambridge, MA for the co-op
- At Moderna, we are focused on delivering on our mission by enabling talent to thrive. For this role, we are currently unable to offer immigration sponsorship. Candidates must already hold work authorization in US and be able to maintain that status without the need for future sponsorship.
Pay & Benefits
At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work. That’s why our co-op benefits are designed to support you during your time with us —at work, at home, and everywhere in between.
- Free premium access to meditation and mindfulness classes
- Subsidized commuter benefits
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, holidays, volunteer days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown
- Location-specific perks and extras
The salary range for this role is $20.00 - $60.00. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An individual’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, other incentive compensation, or equity award, subject to company plan eligibility criteria and individual performance.
The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, other incentive compensation, or equity award, subject to company plan eligibility criteria and individual performance.
About Moderna
Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world.
By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture. Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities.
We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S.
If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine, we invite you to visit modernatx.com/careers to learn more about our current opportunities.
Our Working Model
As we build our company, we have always believed an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn, contribute, and make a meaningful impact.
Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free, and drug-free work environment.
Equal Opportunities
Moderna 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 or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law. Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day, please apply!
Moderna is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
Accommodations
We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees. By cultivating a workplace that values diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we create an environment where every employee can contribute their best.
Moderna 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 for which the applicant has applied should contact the Accommodations team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.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). As such, employment is contingent upon the applicant’s ability to access export-controlled information in accordance with U.S. law. Due to the nature of the work and regulatory requirements, only individuals who qualify as U.S. persons (citizens, permanent residents, asylees, or refugees) are eligible for this position. For this role Moderna is unable to sponsor non-U.S. persons to apply for an export control license.
