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Vertex · 1 month ago

Vertex Summer Intern 2026, Clinical and Quantitative Pharmacology

Boston, MA

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

$33/hr - $50/hr

Start in 2026 Spring

Vertex is a global biotechnology company focused on tackling serious diseases and changing lives. They are seeking a Clinical and Quantitative Pharmacology intern who will participate in hands-on projects related to drug development, including clinical pharmacology studies and data analysis, while gaining exposure to various aspects of the drug development process.

Computer Software

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Research literature, published studies, and regulatory guidance

Learn to work with and manipulate clinical data and data constructs

Analyses of data collected from literature or clinical trial PK and/or PK/PD data in NONMEM, R and/or related software

Summarize the main findings

Prepare presentation(s) for various internal forums

Qualification

PhDPharmD programDrug metabolism understandingPKPK/PD analysesData analysis toolsProtein therapeutics knowledgeVerbal communicationWritten communicationCollaborationGrowth mindset

Required

Enrolled in a PhD or PharmD program in pharmacology, or a related field of study by Fall 2025

Communicate clearly through verbal and written communication

Understanding of drug metabolism, PK, and PK/PD principles

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