2025 U.S Summer Internship Program: Clinical Site Startup & Engagement, Patient Recruitment & Retention, and DEI in Clinical Research Intern

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Job Description

The intern(s) will support the current and future fiscal year business efforts for the Clinical Site Startup & Engagement in the following departments:

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in Clinical Research

• Support the development of a global diversity strategy
• Data aggregation related to the demographics of disease, support trial teams with researching local community-based partnerships
• To develop their knowledge of the R&D process by shadowing CSSE colleagues in their support of at least 1 trial.
  

Feasibility

• The Intern would be to help identify the competitive landscape for a given trial/indication
  

Patient Recruitment & Retention

• The intern(s) will support the Patient Recruitment and Retention strategy development with a focus on identifying successful methods for effective clinical trial messaging and tactics that will resonate with a broad segment of the population.
• The intern(s) will support the Patient Recruitment and Retention strategy development with a focus on identifying successful methods for effective clinical trial messaging and tactics that will resonate with a broad segment of the population.
  

Study Start-Up

• The intern will review the documents Study Start-Up is responsible for tracking
• The intern will support the tracking of reportable metrics
  

Interns will have the opportunity to partner with the others business units (Clinical Operations, Regulatory, Legal, Field Medical, R&D Health Equity, etc.) that regularly collaborate in the support of business goals. Interns will develop their knowledge of the R&D process by shadowing CSSE colleagues. This will include attending trial team meetings and strategy sessions, as well as meeting with vendors and our CRO partners. Interns will be expected to present a conclusionary presentation highlighting their experience and sharing learnings.

Job Requirements:

• This is a remote position
• Current undergraduate student
• Deadline-driven with a high level of organizational, attention to detail and planning skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and oral and written communication skills; they will also have the ability to work well in teams, effectively manage projects, and present ideas clearly and concisely.
• Global mindset to grow in a diverse work environment
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Mid-level of proficiency with Microsoft applications- excel, word, and PowerPoint, Compiling statistics, database management, quantitative & qualitative research, basic project planning, research, and basic technical writing
• Analytical approach and compiling data to help drive discussions and decisions
• Ability to complete scientific research leveraging both internal & external resources
• Basic ability to summarize scientific research and provide high-level reporting
• Basic ability to data analysis, draw conclusions/interpret data
• Presentation skills in development
•  Demonstrated communication skills, both written and verbal.
  

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 accepted between December 18th and January 12th

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U.S. Hourly Wage Range:

$21.00 - $46.00

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.

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