Vertex Pharmaceuticals

Spring Co-Op 2027, Global Logistics

USA new gradPosted 7 days ago

Location: Boston, MA
Type: USA new grad

About this role

From Vertex Pharmaceuticals’s careers page.

Job Description

Kickstart Your Career at Vertex!

Are you ready to make a real impact? At Vertex, our mission is to tackle serious diseases and to change lives, for the better, for the future. Our aim is to give you the skills, insights, and career guidance to be an important part of that future; to turn your potential into progression. As a Vertex intern or co-op, you’ll work on meaningful projects, collaborate with talented teams, and learn from industry leaders. We’re passionate about innovation, inclusion, and supporting your growth—inside and outside the lab.

Why Vertex?

Real Projects: You’ll work on assignments that make a real impact, not just busy work.
Mentorship & Networking: Connect with leaders and peers who want to see you succeed through professional networks, connections, and collaborations that will shape your longer-term career.
Flexible & Supportive: We offer flexible work options with Flex @ Vertex and prioritize your wellbeing.
Inclusive Culture: Collaboration and inclusion are embedded in everything we do.
Career Launchpad: Build skills, explore career paths, and get guidance for your future career.

Your Impact

The Vertex Global Logistics Co-Op is a 6-month experiential training program for students currently working towards an undergraduate degree or advanced degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business, Data Analytics, Operations Management, or other related fields. If you are passionate, collaborative, and growth-minded, a co-op at Vertex will help you gain meaningful experience in our PD Media Development functional areas and serve as a launchpad for your career.

The application deadline for this co-op is November 15th. Please note that Vertex reviews applications on a rolling basis and reserves the right to close this job posting prior to the listed deadline. Applicants can expect to receive an update about their application before or shortly after the application deadline.

Ready to apply? Submit your application and let’s turn possibilities into reality!

What you will be doing:

The Global Logistics Co-op supports advancement of strategic initiatives, improving business processes, and driving visibility to logistics performance across Vertex’s global supply chain and manufacturing network. This role provides hands-on experience in pharmaceutical supply chain strategy, transportation and warehousing, performance management, process standardization, and continuous improvement.

The Co-op will support a variety of projects and analyses designed to improve effectiveness, scalability, and consistency of Global Logistics. Assignments may include strategy and roadmap initiatives, performance analytics and reporting, development of global standards and processes, supplier and capability assessments, benchmarking, and operational improvement opportunities.

The position provides exposure to end-to-end pharmaceutical logistics, including transportation, warehousing, temperature-controlled supply chains, logistics service providers, and cross-functional collaboration in a global regulated environment. The Co-op will work with members of Global Logistics as well as stakeholders across Supply Chain and other partner functions with opportunities to gain direct exposure to logistics operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Logistics Strategy & Transformation

Support strategic projects and initiatives focused on improving effectiveness, scalability, service, cost, and capabilities of the Global Logistics organization.
Conduct research, benchmarking, and analysis to identify logistics industry trends, emerging capabilities, risks, and applicable opportunities.
Support development and maintenance of Global Logistics strategic roadmap, project plans, business cases, presentations, and other decision-support materials.
Participate in cross-functional projects and working sessions and assist with tracking actions, deliverables, milestones, and business outcomes.
Support logistics supplier and capability assessments including analysis of service offerings, network capabilities, technology, and performance.
Support evaluation emerging technology and AI-enabled use cases within Global Logistics, including opportunity identification, business value assessment, and development of recommendations or pilot concepts.

Performance, Data & Analytics

Assist in collection, analysis, reporting, and visualization of logistics performance data, including metrics related to service, cost, quality, compliance, and supplier performance.
Support development and enhancement of performance scorecards, dashboards, KPIs, and management reporting.
Analyze logistics data to identify trends, root causes, improvement opportunities, and insights to support business decisions.
Support preparation for supplier business reviews and internal performance and governance meetings.

Operational Exposure

Gain exposure to transportation and warehousing operations supporting Vertex’s global pharmaceutical supply chain.
Support selected operational analyses or improvement initiatives as business priorities and development opportunities arise.

Qualifications:

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business, Data Analytics, Operations Management, or a related field.
Previous internship, Co-op, academic project, or other experience related to supply chain, operations, logistics, analytics, or project management preferred.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Power BI or similar data visualization tools preferred.
Interest and experience with emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence and automation, and their application to supply chain, logistics, analytics, and business process improvement.
Comfortable working with data to identify trends, develop insights, and support business decision-making.
Interest in supply chain strategy, transportation, warehousing, process improvement, and performance management.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Strong organization skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities.
Ability to work independently while seeking guidance when appropriate.
Exposure to ERP, transportation management, warehouse management, or other supply chain systems is a plus.
Interest in pharmaceutical / biotechnology supply chains, cold chain logistics, and working in a regulated global environment.
Legal authorization to work in the United States, now and in the future. Please note that Vertex does not provide sponsorship for internships/co-ops or entry level roles within this part of the organization.
You must be enrolled in an advanced degree program if graduating before May 2027
You must be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week from January – July 2027

Program Details:

Full-time, paid co-op $25.00 – 35.00 USD/hour
Program Dates: January – July 2027
Application Deadline: November 15th, 2026

At Vertex, we believe that when you feel your best, you can perform at your best. That’s why our US benefits and global well-being resources are designed to support you.

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

Our Ways of Working

Flex Designation: Hybrid - Boston

Flex Eligibility Status: Hybrid: work three days per week on-site

Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.

This job posting is for a temporary role with a third-party agency partner that provides services to Vertex. The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of that third-party agency; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by the third-party.

At Vertex, we embrace continuous learning and encourage employees to stay informed on advances in AI, technology, automation, and industry trends. We seek talent who bring an external perspective, demonstrate curiosity and sound judgment, and thoughtfully adopt new capabilities that improve decision-making, drive innovation, increase efficiency, and help deliver better outcomes for patients.

Pay Range:

$0 - $0

Disclosure Statement:

The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to 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) and so much more.