Spring 2027 Co-Op, General Ledger Accounting

Location: Boston, MA

Job Description

Kickstart Your Career at 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 intern or co-op, 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.

Why Vertex?

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.

Flexible & Supportive: We offer flexible work options with Flex @ Vertex and prioritize your wellbeing.

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.

Your Impact

The Vertex General Ledger Accounting Co-Op program is a 6-month experiential training program for students currently working towards an undergraduate or advanced degree in accounting or a related field. If you are passionate, collaborative, and growth-minded, a co-op at Vertex will help you gain meaningful experience in our General Ledger functional areas and serve as a launchpad for your career.

The application deadline for this co-op is November 15th, 2026. Please note that Vertex reviews applications on a rolling basis and reserves the right to close this job posting prior to the listed deadline. Applicants can expect to receive an update about their application before or shortly after the application deadline.

Ready to apply? Submit your application and let’s turn possibilities into reality!

What you will be doing

The Vertex Internship Program provides students with a hands-on opportunity to gain valuable insights into the pharmaceutical industry. Interns will work closely with some of the brightest minds in the field, experiencing an innovative, team-oriented, and collaborative environment where fearless pursuit of excellence is a core value. Participants will be challenged by their project plans, connect with peers, and engage with organizational leaders through Professional Development Workshops. In addition to their specific work assignments, interns will contribute to meaningful projects and feel valued as part of the Vertex community.

The selected intern will join the Global General Ledger (‘GL’) Accounting team, which operates under Vertex’s Record to Report umbrella. This team manages and maintains the company’s global financial records, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance for financial reporting. The intern will assist with key financial activities, processes, and ad-hoc requests, gaining exposure to GL operations in the biotech industry. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop communication and presentation skills while supporting accounting and senior management, as well as contributing to process optimization initiatives to streamline the financial close process.

Key Responsibilities

GL Close Support- Gain hands-on experience with the monthly GL close by supporting cash management and other general accounting activities. Assist with post-close governance analysis to build an understanding of key close activities, dependencies, and opportunities to improve overall close efficiency.

Project Assistance and Coordination- Provide support to the GL team on various projects and initiatives as opportunities arise, which may include project testing, system implementations, integration activities, and process improvement efforts. Support may involve project coordination, action item tracking, documentation, testing, and other activities based on project needs.

What you will need to succeed

Currently enrolled in a college or university with at least two years completed toward a Bachelor’s degree.- Recent graduates are eligible if they are planning to return to graduate school.- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2.

Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.

Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.- Proven ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment and prioritize effectively.

Capable of working both independently and collaboratively within a team.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).

Previous internship or co-op experience in Accounting.

Passion for contributing to an innovative company dedicated to transforming the lives of individuals with serious diseases, as well as their families and communities.

Legal authorization to work in the United States, now and in the future. Please note that Vertex does not provide sponsorship for internships/co-ops or entry level roles within this part of the organization.

You must be enrolled in an advanced degree program if graduating before June 2027

You must be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week from January – June 2027

Program Details

Full-time, paid co-op $20.00-35.00 USD/hour

Program Dates: January – June 2027

Application Deadline: November 15th, 2026

At Vertex, we believe that when you feel your best, you can perform at your best. That’s why our US benefits and global well-being resources are designed to support you.

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—both intern-only and company-wide

Location-specific perks and extras!

Recognition of National Intern Day

Our Ways of Working

Flex Designation: Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible

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