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Vertex Summer Intern, International Patient Engagement
Why 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 Summer Intern, 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.
Make job search work for you
Turn a broad, stressful search into a focused weekly routine.
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.
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.
Ready to apply? Submit your application and let’s turn possibilities into reality!
What you will be doing:
The IPE team is responsible for bringing the patients’ perspective into Vertex’s work by establishing meaningful collaborations with patient communities at in-country and above-country level. IPE works across the whole lifecycle of therapies and medicines developed by Vertex. By joining IPE, you will learn how Vertex engages externally and how such engagement shapes decisions across the whole lifecycle of Vertex’s medicines and therapies, from early research to post-marketing.
During your Summer Internship you will get the opportunity to learn about our industry from a hands-on perspective. You will be working closely with and learning from some of the brightest people in the industry. Interns can expect to be challenged by their work, connect with other students, and feel valued by the Vertex community.
What you will need to succeed:
Currently undertaking studies in a scientific or business-related discipline
Strong interest and fundamental understanding of what Patient
Engagement delivers in the biotech industry
Must be independently motivated and a strong team player
Demonstrates problem solving skills
Good written, communication, project management and presentation skills
Evidence of ability to meet deadlines
You must be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week from 24th May to 30th July
Program Details:
Program Dates: 24th May to 30th July 2027
Application Deadline: 13th November 2026
At Vertex, we believe that when you feel your best, you can perform at your best. That’s why our benefits and global well-being resources are designed to support you.
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!
Our Ways of Working:
Flex @ Vertex details
Flex Designation: Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible
Flex Eligibility Status
In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as:
Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
On-Site: work five 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.
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.
Flex Designation:
Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible
Flex Eligibility Status:
In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as:
Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
On-Site: work five 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.
LI-Hybrid
Company Information
Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.
Vertex 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, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
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 make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com
Help Us Achieve Our Mission
*Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation to create transformative medicines for people with serious diseases and conditions. The company has approved therapies for cystic fibrosis, sickle cell disease, transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia, acute pain and acromegaly, and it continues to advance clinical and research programs in these areas. Vertex also has a robust clinical pipeline of investigational therapies across a range of modalities in other serious diseases where it has deep insight into causal human biology, including IgA nephropathy, neuropathic pain, APOL1-mediated kidney disease, primary membranous nephropathy, congenital adrenal hyperplasia, ACTH-dependent Cushing's syndrome, autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease, type 1 diabetes, generalized myasthenia gravis, and myotonic dystrophy type 1.*
*Vertex was founded in 1989 and has its global headquarters in Boston, with international headquarters in London. Additionally, the company has research and development sites and commercial offices in North America, Europe, Australia, Latin America and the Middle East. Vertex is consistently recognized as one of the industry's top places to work, including 17 consecutive years on Science magazine's Top Employers list and one of Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For.
For company updates and to learn more about Vertex's history of innovation, visit* [*www.vrtx.com*](https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.vrtx.com&esheet=52609949&newsitemid=20220321005939&lan=en-US&anchor=www.vrtx.com&index=2&md5=a32693d2c9354cbbd5ad1e43dab9dd40) *or follow us on* [*LinkedIn*](https://www.linkedin.com/company/Vertex-Pharmaceuticals)*,* [*Facebook*](https://www.facebook.com/VertexPharmaInc)*,* [*Instagram*](https://www.instagram.com/vertexpharmaceuticals)*,* [*YouTube*](https://www.youtube.com/@Vertex-Pharmaceuticals)*, and* [*X*](https://x.com/VertexPharma)
*We believe our culture is one of Vertex’s greatest strengths and a key enabler of our ability to deliver transformative medicines for patients who need them. Rooted in innovation, purpose and collaboration, our culture empowers people to take smart risks, challenge conventional thinking and do their best work. The diversity of our people is central to that culture. By bringing together individuals with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, we foster an environment where new ideas thrive, better decisions are made and breakthrough innovation is possible. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, included and connected to our shared mission, because we know that our unique culture and the collective strength of our people are what set Vertex apart.*
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