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Job Description

The summer internship program will provide a broad understanding of the various roles and responsibilities within Medical Affairs. The internship will provide training activities that support company goals as well as developmental opportunities through broad-based hands-on experiences and mentorships which will integrate the interns into various medical strategic initiatives. Interns will gain experience within a focused Takeda therapeutic area through field medical teams and gain exposure to field medical excellence to focus on leadership and career development. Upon completion, the interns will understand and be prepared for the challenges of a career in the pharmaceutical industry.

How You Will Contribute:

• Drive solutions and new opportunities our field medical teams

• Train as a core member of the Medical Affairs team to assist in providing accurate, fair-balanced, evidence-based information to internal and external customers.

• Train with cross-functional teams to assist with the execution of the strategic medical/research plans.

• Provide solutions for Medical Affairs that help drive medical strategy and tactics for the organization

• Engage in cross-functional collaboration, creating a strategic framework, engaging others for gaps and needs assessment, presenting to stakeholders, and additional competencies to ensure success

• Contribute to multidisciplinary teams and build relationships across departments and functions (e.g., research, health economics and outcomes research, clinical drug development, marketing)

Internship Development Opportunities

• Gain insight into the various roles within Medical Affairs and other functional groups.

• Support the field medical team through various activities, training, and initiatives that are strategically aligned with medical priorities.

• Develop strong literature searching skills and critically evaluate published and unpublished clinical data.

• Improve written and verbal communication skills to communicate complex information to a variety of audiences.

• In addition, the intern, in consultation with the internship supervisor, will develop and present one structured presentation relevant to internship activities.

Job Requirements:

• This position is a remote position

• Applicants must be a graduate level student pursuing either a PharmD, PhD, or Master’s degree.

• Experience performing searches of medical and scientific literature

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

• Excellent leadership, oral, and written communication skills, teamwork, and professionalism are required for all internship positions

• Global mindset to thrive in a diverse work environment

Internship Eligibility

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis without requiring sponsorship

• Must be currently enrolled in a degree program graduating December 2025 or later

• The internship program is 10-12 weeks depending on the two start dates (June 2nd- August 22nd) or (June 16th - August 29th)

• The intern must be able to commit to one of these time frames

• Able to work full time 40 hours a week during internship dates

• Takeda does not provide a housing stipend or relocation support for the U.S Summer Internship Program

Program Highlights:

• Hands-on experience with real projects and responsibilities

• Dedicated mentorship program pairing interns with experienced professionals

• Networking opportunities with industry professionals and fellow interns

• Internship events focused on professional and skills development

• Exposure to multiple business areas or departments within a Pharmaceutical Organization

Applications will be accepted between December 18th and January 12th

Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary

We understand compensation may be an important factor as you consider an internship opportunity. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.

For Location:

Massachusetts - Virtual

U.S. Hourly Wage Range:

$21.00 - $46.00

The estimated hourly range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual hourly wage offered will depend on the candidate’s school year/level to be entered following completion of internship. The actual hourly wage offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

U.S. internship benefits vary by location and may include:

• Paid sick time

• Civic Duty paid time off

• Participation at company volunteer events

• Participation at company sponsored special events

• Access to on-site fitness center (where available)

• Commuter Benefit: To offset your work-commute expenses, Takeda provides U.S. employees with a fixed monthly subsidy to be used for either public transportation (transit) or parking.

EEO Statement

Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.

Locations

Massachusetts - Virtual

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Paid Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee)

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt

No

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