Co-Op, Business Operations & Operational Excellence

This is a full-time co-op opportunity in Norwood, MA from January 18, 2027 – June 25, 2027. The CMC Operations organization is seeking a highly analytical and collaborative co-op to support data-driven strategic operations and operational excellence across manufacturing, supply chain, and product value streams. The successful candidate will work on high-impact projects that establish / improve performance visibility, strengthen operational and resource planning, identify risks and dependencies, and translate analysis into actions and decisions for leadership. This position is site-based, requiring you to be at Moderna's site full-time. This position is not eligible for remote work.

Responsibilities

Support strategic initiatives by integrating and analyzing operational performance data and aligning priorities and improvement efforts with long-term manufacturing, supply chain, and network strategy; Establish performance visibility by developing and refining KPIs, dashboards, automated reports, and decision-support tools; Support operational, resource, workforce, and operating-model planning through scenario analysis and productivity insights, identifying risks, dependencies, and constraints; Develop and refine predictive analytics, optimization models, scenario analyses, and scalable analytical or data products; Assist in designing and piloting AI-enabled solutions, leveraging advanced analytics, predictive modeling, automation, and Generative AI; Lead or support operational excellence and continuous-improvement projects using Lean, systems-thinking, value-stream mapping, DMAIC, root-cause analysis, workshops, and kaizens; Define and measure project impact using operational and financial KPIs such as cost savings, lead-time reduction, quality, service levels, and productivity; Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, FEVA, MSAT, Digital, and other stakeholders; Track initiative milestones, risks, and dependencies, and support change management and deployment of new tools and processes; Prepare reports, presentations, and project documentation and communicate findings and recommendations to key stakeholders

Requirements

Current student enrolled in a Bachelors or Masters program in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Data Science, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field; Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a data-driven mindset, and the ability to structure ambiguous operational problems; Basic proficiency in Excel or comparable data analysis tools for managing and interpreting data; Must already hold work authorization in the US and be able to maintain that status without future sponsorship; Applicants must be available for the entire duration of the assigned co-op term

Nice to have

GPA of 3.5 on a 4 scale or equivalent; Basic knowledge or experience in Lean Six Sigma, process improvement, DMAIC problem solving, value-stream mapping, root-cause analysis, or supply chain optimization; Ability to gather and combine data from different sources, identify meaningful patterns, and translate insights into decisions and recommendations; Experience with data, analytics, or visualization tools (e.g., SQL, Python, Power BI, Tableau), with exposure to predictive analytics, optimization, workflow automation, or AI/Generative AI; Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing to high-performing, cross-functional teams; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Curiosity and adaptability, with the ability to quickly learn new technologies, techniques, and business processes; A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth, transformational company that is Bold, Relentless, Curious, and Collaborative

Benefits

Free premium access to meditation and mindfulness classes; Subsidized commuter benefits; Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, holidays, volunteer days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown; Location-specific perks and extras; Possible eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus, other incentive compensation, or equity award, subject to company plan eligibility criteria and individual performance