2025 U.S Summer Internship Program: Manufacturing Intern at Takeda

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Job Description

On the Global Manufacturing and Supply (GMS) team at Takeda, you’ll be part of a rapidly transforming industry that’s applying technology and data in new ways. Within our agile, innovative, people-centric organization, your work will matter every day as you use your skills to help us manufacture therapies for patients on our four platforms:

• Small Molecules

• Biologics

• Plasma

• Cell and Gene

As part of the GMS team, you'll have the opportunity to pursue unique experiences and build new skills, and you'll know that the work you do every day makes an impact — on our patients, our people, our planet, and on yourself.

How You Will Contribute:

• Performs and documents daily manufacturing operations according to SOPs in a cGMP environment
• Operate biologics production equipment (bioreactors, filtration units, chromatography systems and fixed/portable vessels)
• Execute validation protocols
• Performs dispensing, labelling, and transferring/staging of raw materials and parts
• Will assemble/disassemble, clean, and sterilize components, parts, and equipment
• Maintain equipment, area, and cleaning logbooks
• With general supervision or guidance will assemble and/or operate biologics production equipment, such a bioreactors, filtration units, chromatography systems and fixed/portable vessels
• Perform basic trouble shooting
• Documents cGMP data and information for processing steps and/or equipment activities while following standard operating procedures. Key documentation includes batch records, work orders, and equipment logbooks.
• With general supervision performs/or assists with processing steps and/or manufacturing support activities by monitoring process parameters in batch record and control systems.
• Executes batch records and validation protocols under supervision/direction of others.
• Reviews equipment use logs under general supervision
• Performs inventory transactions in SAP
• Performs data entry into LIMS
• Complete mandatory training within required timeframe
• Perform cleaning/sanitizing production equipment
• Complete other duties as assigned

Internship Development Opportunities:

• Exposure to the Bio-Pharmaceutical Drug making experience in a cGMP environment
• Gain experience working across cross-functional teams to achieve a common goal

Job Requirements:

• This position will be Fully Onsite and require 4+ days in the Brooklyn Park, MN office per week.
• Strong design, testing and statistical analysis skills.
• 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
• Must be pursuing an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM field

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.

LocationsBrooklyn Park, MN

Worker TypeEmployee

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

Time TypeFull time

Job Exempt