2025 U.S Summer Internship Program: GCP (Good Clinical Practice) Process Excellence Intern
Remote- Job Level: Senior
- Travel: Minimal
At Takeda, we exist to create better health for people and a brighter future for the world. While we continually evolve science and technology, our ambition remains steadfast — we move science forward so we can transform more lives. The Global Development Organization (GDO) maintains a laser focus on Study Management and Site Engagement, Clinical Trial Innovation, Clinical Supply Chain and Patient Safety to ensure absolute quality and enable the predictable delivery of our innovative pipeline.
Through its collaborative process, the GDO team leverages data, digital and analytics to improve speed, quality, performance and predictability within every area of clinical development. We’re building a platform to visualize operational data and enable predictive analytics, while leveraging digital technologies to support clinical supply chain and patient safety. GDO also partners with external organizations and leading academic institutions, such as MIT, to spark innovation in AI and Machine Learning focused on better patient outcomes.
At the heart of GDO are our people: we are committed to building a more diverse, equitable and inclusive culture not only within our own walls and our communities, but also across our clinical trials. It is our passion for people that transforms our work into meaningful action. Come join a team that has earned trust for more than two centuries and advances transformative therapies with honesty, integrity and fairness.
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Job Description
Global Development Compliance ensures quality and compliance in clinical development in partnership with R&D Quality and GCP Functions. We champion continuous improvement, foster innovation, and maintain an efficient, inspection-ready clinical development model. Embracing technology and automation, we aim to enhance efficiency, streamline processes, and accelerate the delivery of medicines to patients.
Job Description:
As a GCP Process Excellence Intern, you will have the opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement efforts for Takeda’s R&D and GCP Functions that help drive efficiency, streamline processes and accelerate the ways we work.
How You Will Contribute:
- Support overall development of process and/or training content and packages (may include supporting process map documentation and refinement, RACIs, and documentation as applicable, developing training content)
- Support translation of process maps into LUCID, based off existing documentation
- Help prepare for, facilitate and support workshops with targeted SMEs
- Work with stakeholders to update and/or create documentation and or training content
- Initiate and facilitate review and feedback for GxP documentation and or training content
- Provide weekly status updates, manage project plans, RAID log
Internship Development Opportunities:
- Opportunity to hone interpersonal, verbal communication and writing skills.
- Opportunity to work on deadline-driven activities with an elevated level of organizational and planning skills.
- Opportunity to practice strong quantitative, analytical, problem solving and/or conceptual skills.
- Demonstrate a proven record of accomplishment of teamwork, adaptability, innovation, initiative, and integrity.
- Learn how to have a global mindset to grow in a diverse work environment.
- Learn more about Clinical Trial Delivery, Good Clinical Practice and bringing medicine to patients
Job Requirements:
- This position will be Fully Remote
- Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in a relevant Field of Study
- 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:
Massachusetts - VirtualU.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 - VirtualWorker Type
EmployeeWorker Sub-Type
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