Job Description

Vertex Summer Intern,Health Economics & Outcomes Research (HEOR)

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’llwork on meaningful projects, collaborate with talented teams, and learn from industry leaders.We’repassionate about innovation, inclusion, and supporting your growth—inside and outside the lab.

Real Projects:You’llwork 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 andlet’sturn possibilities into reality!

What you will be doing:

Vertex’s HEOR Summer Internship offers a unique opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience in the application of health economics, real-world evidence, andoutcomesresearch in a leading biotechnology company. Interns will support projects that inform value-based decision-making, contribute to evidence generation strategies, and helpdemonstratethe impact of Vertex therapies on patient outcomes and healthcare systems.

DuringyourSummerInternshipyou 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. Internscan 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/recently enrolled in arelevant universityqualification (e.g.Data Science,Public Health,Epidemiology, Economics)

Strong analytical and quantitative skills

Familiarity with health economics, outcomes research, or epidemiology

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Interest in biopharmaceutical innovation and patient-centredresearch

Must be independently motivated anda strong teamplayer

Excellent verbal and written communications skills,demonstratedanalytical abilities

Excellent MS Office skills including Excel and PowerPointexpertise

Confidence in using/managing large databased and spreadsheets

Ability in presentation design and delivery

You must be available to work full-time,40 hoursper week from1stJune to 7thAugust 2026

Program Details: 

Program Dates:1stJune to 7thAugust 2026

At Vertex, we believe that when you feel your best, you canperform atyour best.That’swhy 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-specificperksand extras!

Our Ways of Working:

Flex @ Vertex details 
Flex Designation: Hybrid-EligibleOrOn-Site Eligible 

Flex Eligibility Status
In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to bedesignatedas:  

1.    Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select 

2.    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.  

Flex Designation:

Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible

Flex Eligibility Status:

In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as:
1. Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
2. 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 [email protected]

Health Economics & Outcomes Research Intern

Health Economics & Outcomes Research, Heor

Vertex Pharmaceuticals