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Founded in 1989 in Cambridge, MA, Vertex today has research and development sites and commercial offices around the world in the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia.\nVertex is looking for enthusiastic, curious and dedicated intern to join our Australia Marketing team for a one-year placement. This position is located at our Head Office in North Sydney. Applicants should have recently completed a relevant business, economics, commerce or marketing degree qualification and ideally have a strong interest in the Biotech/Pharmaceutical industry.\nRole Description\nThis role offers a unique opportunity to support commercial activities in cystic fibrosis. You’ll work closely with the Marketing team and collaborate with colleagues across the organisation, both locally and internationally. Through hands-on experience, you’ll learn about our industry and contribute to meaningful projects that help treatments reach the patients and healthcare professionals who need them. Throughout the program, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, inclusion and your growth.\nKey Responsibilities\nThe candidate will play an active role in these workstreams:\nMarketing Strategy & Tactics Execution\nSupport the overall execution of CF marketing plan across Australia and New Zealand.\nWork closely with Marketing team but collaborate with alongside Medical Affairs, Market Access, and Sales teams to ensure strategic alignment across all commercial activities.\nContribute to the preparation and coordination of promotional materials, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.\nAssist in tracking marketing activities and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure impact and progress against launch goals.\nAssist in coordinating HCP engagement activities, peer-to-peer programs, webinars and scientific congresses. \nAssist in the coordination and follow-up of marketing projects involving internal stakeholders and external agencies.\nDigital Marketing & Customer Engagement\nSupport the operational implementation of digital marketing initiatives, including email communications, webinars and omnichannel activities\nAssist in collecting, consolidating and reporting campaign performance metrics, including HCP reach and engagement\nContribute to the preparation of marketing dashboards and performance reports to support the evaluation of marketing activities\nInsights and Analytics\nContribute to market analysis and competitive intelligence activities to support strategic decision-making in the CF landscape.\nQualifications\nBachelor's degree in life sciences or a business qualification (e.g Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Biomedical Sciences, Marketing, Business Management, Economics)\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills\nStrong analytical abilities and problem-solving skills\nAbility to manage multiple projects simultaneously with strong attention to detail and able to meet deadlines\nComfortable working in cross-functional, fast-paced environments\nProactive, curious, and self-driven - take initiative and learn quickly\nDigital proficiency: Confident user of Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)\nCandidates must be studying a university qualification which incorporates an Industrial Placement as a formal, accredited part of their studies\nRole Duration\nFeb 2027 to Feb 2028\nOur Ways of Working:\nFlex @ Vertex details \nFlex Designation: Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible\nFlex Eligibility Status\nIn this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as:\n1. Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select\n2. On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.\nNote: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.\nAt 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.\nFlex Designation:\nHybrid-Eligible Or On-Site EligibleFlex Eligibility Status:\nIn this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as: \n1. Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select\n2. 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