Process Engineering Data Analytics
Vertex Pharmaceuticals
About the Role
The Vertex Process Engineering Data Analytics Co-Op is a 6-month experiential training program for students currently working towards an advanced degree. This co-op will provide meaningful experience in Technical Operations - Drug Product functional areas and serve as a launchpad for your career.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze historical manufacturing/process data to identify trends, patterns, variability, and potential process drivers.
- Perform data cleaning, visualization, and statistical analysis using tools such as JMP, Excel, or Power BI.
- Develop meaningful visualizations and dashboards to communicate process performance and emerging trends.
- Partner with Manufacturing Science & Technology and Quality teams to translate data into actionable process insights.
- Collaborate in a cross-functional team to develop solutions.
- Identify opportunities to improve process monitoring, data utilization, and manufacturing performance.
- Present findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Must be enrolled in a College/University and have at least finished one year of a Master's or PhD degree in Chemical Engineering or Biomedical Engineering with a strong background in statistics and data analytics.
- Strong self-initiative, communication, interpersonal, and relationship skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an interest in manufacturing process data.
- Proficiency in statistical analysis and data visualization.
- Proficiency in Excel; experience with JMP / Minitab is preferred.
- Minimum 3.5 GPA.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States, now and in the future.
- Must be enrolled in an advanced degree program if graduating before May 2027.
- Must be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week from January – July 2027.
Program Details
- Full-time, paid co-op.
- Hourly Pay Range: $30.00 – $50.00 USD/hour.
- Program Dates: January – July 2027.
- Application Deadline: November 15th, 2026.
Benefits & Perks
- 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 (intern-only and company-wide).
- Location-specific perks and extras.
- Recognition of National Intern Day.
Ways of Working
- Flex Designation: Hybrid - Boston.
- Flex Eligibility Status: Hybrid: work three days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.
Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.