2025 U.S Summer Internship Program: Comparative Medicine In Vivo Technical Intern - Takeda

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Job Description

Takeda has been translating science into breakthrough medicines for 240 years. Every step of the way, our teams have worked together to tackle some of the most challenging problems in drug discovery and development. Today, we’re a driving force behind innovative therapies that make a lasting difference to millions of patients around the world.

In R&D, all of our history and potential comes together in an environment that welcomes diversity of thought and amplifies every voice. Working closely with colleagues, you’ll play a key role in bringing our rich pipeline of products forward to help patients. Come join a team that’s earned trust for more than two centuries, and find out how advancing transformative therapies at Takeda will shape your bright future.

Job Description:

The summer intern will join the Comparative Medicine, In Vivo Services team within the Preclinical and Translational Sciences organization. The intern will

• Participate in all three pillars of Comparative Medicine: vivarium, regulatory and technical
• Have the opportunity to learn about various study designs (pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, toxicology, etc.)
• Assist in in vivo studies supporting multiple therapeutic areas.
• Maintain a core focus on learning and demonstrating rodent in vivo technical skills, the intern will learn basic vivarium operations concepts including husbandry, veterinary care, and welfare regulations
• Participate in Vivarium Lean Management and Operational Excellence initiatives and obtain Lean Six Sigma certification at the white belt and yellow belt levels.
• Attend convened Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) meetings and interact with internal and external members to learn about regulatory and AAALAC accreditation requirements governing the way we work
• Shadow the IACUC administrator working with Takeda Principal Investigators and Takeda research staff members on IACUC protocol creation, amendments, post approval monitoring (PAM) and training compliance
• Participate on Operational Excellence projects helping to bridge workflows and streamline efficiencies for Takeda’s Animal Care and Use Program
• Examples of individual projects may include: creating presentation to the In Vivo Husbandry and Research Teams titled “New Advances (2022-2025) Paving the 3Rs/Animal Welfare Road”
• Create multiple dashboards able to track real-time animal usage across Takeda projects and protocols, and CRO animal welfare approved lists and grades
• Select two internal workstreams to evaluate and streamline; and working alongside the Attending Veterinarian to develop a comprehensive vet care and humane endpoint training presentation.
  

Internship Development Opportunities:

• Assist in animal studies supporting multiple therapeutic areas of Takeda including Oncology, Neuroscience, GI and Vaccines
• Assist in sample processing, sample transfer, and study updates with multiple groups
• Responsible for integrity of data
• Track reporting deliverables and graph real-time data
• Hands on introduction to in vivo manipulations and techniques
• Introduction to Takeda’s animal regulatory and animal welfare landscape to include Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee participation and practice review
• Receive hands-on training with autoclaves, washers, rodent husbandry practices, quality control activities, and other Vivarium operations
• Introduction to various functions within R&D such as Pathology, PTS Imaging, Strategy & Operations, and Drug Discovery Units (DDUs)
• Assist in archival of study data and specimens
• Assist and participate in various Operational Excellence initiatives

Job Requirements:

• This position will be Fully Onsite and require 4+ days in the Cambridge office per week.
• Must be pursuing a Bachelors Degree with Animal Science/Biology coursework.
• Basic understanding of computer skills including MS Office (PowerPoint, Words, Excel)
• Internet skills including use of e-mails, group messaging and information gathering
• Highly reliable and a strong team player
• Flexible with an attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

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 10th

Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary

We understand compensation may bean 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:

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.

LocationsUSA - MA - Cambridge - Binney St

Worker TypeEmployee

Worker Sub-TypePaid Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee)

Time TypeFull time

Job Exempt