Business Operations & Operational Excellence Co-op

The Role
This is a full-time co-op opportunity in Norwood, MA from January 18, 2027 – June 25, 2027. Applicants must be available for the entire duration of the assigned co-op term.

The CMC Operations organization is seeking a highly analytical and collaborative co-op to support data-driven strategic operations and operational excellence across manufacturing, supply chain, and product value streams. The successful candidate will work on high-impact projects that establish / improve performance visibility, strengthen operational and resource planning, identify risks and dependencies, and translate analysis into actions and decisions for leadership. Project emphasis will vary by organization: some assignments will center on hands-on continuous improvement using Lean, DMAIC, value-stream mapping, root-cause analysis, and kaizen; others will focus more heavily on integrated analytics, scenario planning, optimization, predictive insights, and future-state operating models, with selected assignments adding a stronger emphasis on AI-enabled innovation and Generative AI. Across assignments, the co-op will help improve tactical execution, productivity, cost, quality, service, and scalability while contributing to long-term manufacturing and network strategy.

This position is site-based, requiring you to be at Moderna’s site full-time. This position is not eligible for remote work.

Here’s What You’ll Do

• Support strategic initiatives by integrating and analyzing operational performance data and helping align priorities and improvement efforts with Moderna’s long-term manufacturing, supply chain, and network strategy.
• Establish performance visibility by developing and refining KPIs, dashboards, automated reports, and decision-support tools that enhance productivity, transparency, and proactive risk management.
• Support operational, resource, workforce, and operating-model planning through scenario analysis and productivity insights; identify risks, dependencies, and constraints and translate findings into clear actions and decisions.
• Develop and refine predictive analytics, optimization models, scenario analyses, and scalable analytical or data products that improve efficiency and scalability across operational workflows.
• Assist in designing and piloting AI-enabled solutions, leveraging advanced analytics, predictive modeling, automation, and Generative AI to improve data-driven decision-making and execution.
• Lead or support operational excellence and continuous-improvement projects using Lean, systems-thinking, value-stream mapping, DMAIC, root-cause analysis, workshops, and kaizens to address bottlenecks, variability, and inefficiencies.
• Define and measure project impact using operational and financial KPIs such as cost savings, lead-time reduction, quality, service levels, productivity, process standardization, and other relevant performance measures.
• Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, FEVA, MSAT, Digital, and other stakeholders to gather requirements, synthesize insights, and support transformation initiatives.
• Track initiative milestones, risks, and dependencies, and support change management and deployment of new tools, processes, and ways of working.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and project documentation; communicate findings and recommendations to key stakeholders and work with technical and functional experts to quickly learn new technologies and techniques.

Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table (Basic Qualifications)

• Current student enrolled in a Bachelors or Masters program in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Data Science, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a data-driven mindset, and the ability to structure ambiguous operational problems.
• Basic proficiency in Excel or comparable data analysis tools for managing and interpreting data.
• 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’ll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)

• GPA of 3.5 on a 4 scale or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge or experience in Lean Six Sigma, process improvement, DMAIC problem solving, value-stream mapping, root-cause analysis, or supply chain optimization.
• Ability to gather and combine data from different sources, identify meaningful patterns, and translate insights into decisions and recommendations.
• Experience with one or more data, analytics, or visualization tools (e.g., SQL, Python, Power BI, Tableau), with exposure to predictive analytics, optimization, workflow automation, or AI/Generative AI particularly valuable for analytics-focused assignments.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing effectively to high-performing, cross-functional teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex analyses clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Curiosity and adaptability, with the ability to come up to speed quickly on new technologies, techniques, and business processes.
• A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth, transformational company that is Bold, Relentless, Curious, and Collaborative.

Our Working Model
As we build our company, we have always believed that an in-person culture is critical to our success. This role is 100% onsite, reflecting the importance of being physically present to support the work, collaborate closely with colleagues, and contribute to our site-based operations.

Working onsite enables real-time collaboration, strong team connections, direct mentorship, and the hands-on partnership needed to deliver our mission. 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.

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. 

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 [email protected]. 

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.