Intern safety

The Role

At Moderna, our mission is to deliver the greatest possible impact to people through mRNA medicines. Our singular focus is on using our mRNA platform and the innovative infrastructure we have built to deliver a new generation of transformative medicines for patients.

We are seeking a highly motivated PhD/ScD student to join our Infectious/Rare Disease Epidemiology team as a Summer 2026 Intern. This 11-week internship starting on 01 June 2026 will primarily support the Global Safety Epidemiology program, providing a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in real-world epidemiologic research, vaccine safety monitoring, signal evaluation, and decision-making.

Here’s What You’ll Do

• Gain exposure to the role of Epidemiology in vaccine pharmacovigilance across the development lifecycle.
• Conduct epidemiologic research to contextualize and evaluate safety signals, important potential risks, and special populations relevant to safety monitoring (e.g., pregnant women)
• Contribute to evidence generation and synthesis for vaccine safety monitoring in key global markets outside the US.
• Engage with cross-functional teams, including Clinical Safety and Pharmacovigilance, Real-World Evidence Analytics, Medical Affairs, Health Economics & Outcomes Research, and Clinical Development.
• Contribute to cross functional signal detection, validation, and evaluation workflows.
• Lead and present findings from a descriptive epidemiology study on a topic supporting safety monitoring (e.g., characterizing incidence of one or more safety topics of interest).

Here’s What You’ll Bring To The Table

• Currently enrolled in a PhD program in Epidemiology.
• Strong background or interest in epidemiology and biostatistics.
• Interest in vaccine development, pharmacoepidemiologic methods, pharmacovigilance, and data-driven decision-making.
• Curiosity, eagerness to learn, and a collaborative yet independent work ethic.
• Technical skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel); experience with SAS or R is strongly preferred.
• Personal attributes: Strong communication skills, ability to meet deadlines, team-oriented mindset, adaptability under pressure, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• 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.

Why Join Us?

This internship offers an opportunity to apply your epidemiologic and analytical skills in an industry setting, gain exposure to vaccine development processes , and collaborate with experienced professionals in infectious disease epidemiology, clinical development, and real-world evidence research .

If you are passionate about public health, epidemiology, and vaccine innovation , we encourage you to apply!

At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work. That’s why our US benefits and global well-being resources are designed to support you—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 and holidays
• Volunteer time to participate within your community
• Discretionary year-end shutdown
• Location-specific perks and extras!

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.

Our Working Model 

As we build our company, we have always believed an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship. 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.

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.