2026 U.S Summer Internship Program: Global Regulatory Affairs Project & Process Specialist Intern

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Job Description

Takeda is committed to innovation, efficiency, and continuous improvement. We believe in empowering our team members with the tools, skills, and resources they need to excel. As part of our Global Regulatory Affairs (GRA) Operations team, you will collaborate with stakeholders across Research & Development departments to deliver projects that drive meaningful results for both our personnel and our patients.

Embark on a transformative journey where your curiosity meets innovation, and your ambition catalyzes organizational growth. As the business landscape continues to evolve, the ability to adapt and enhance processes through intelligent technology becomes paramount. We are searching for forward-thinking individuals eager to make a tangible impact by marrying project management expertise with cutting-edge solutions. If you thrive in dynamic environments and are driven by the prospect of contributing to a culture of continuous improvement, your next opportunity begins here.

Are you passionate about streamlining business operations, leveraging technology for organizational success, and applying your project management skills to real-world challenges? We invite highly motivated students with a background in project management, business administration, information technology, or related fields to join Takeda’s Global Regulatory Affairs (GRA) Operations team as a Summer Intern. In this role, you will play a key part in optimizing key business processes and supporting the application of technology solutions to improve our team’s knowledge management capabilities across various MS Office applications (SharePoint, Project, Excel, OneNote, etc.).

How You Will Contribute:

As a GRA Operations Project & Process Specialist Intern, you will have the opportunity to develop competency, build capability, and deliver results in the following areas:

• Project Management Support: Assist in planning, executing, and monitoring business process improvement initiatives. Collaborate with project teams to define objectives, create timelines, track progress, and ensure deliverables are met.

• Process Documentation: Analyze existing business workflows, identify gaps or inefficiencies, and help document new or improved processes using standardized methodologies.

• Technology Solutions Implementation: Work with teams to deploy, configure, and optimize various software applications. Support migration of content and ensure effective categorization, tagging, and access controls.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate with internal stakeholders to gather requirements, provide updates, and facilitate training sessions or workshops on new technologies and procedures.

• Change Management: Contribute to the development of communication and training materials to support adoption of new business processes and technology solutions.

• Performance Measurement: Help establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and assist in the collection and analysis of data to measure the success of process improvements.

• Continuous Improvement: Research best practices in project management, process optimization, and knowledge management, and recommend enhancements or new tools for optimizing organizational efficiency.
  

You will have the opportunity to contribute specifically by:

• Attending routine 1-1s and progress meetings with project teams.

• Reviewing current business processes and assisting in mapping workflows using tools such as Visio.

• Supporting the consolidation of legacy documentation and knowledge repositories within SharePoint, establishing metadata and versioning standards, and ensuring standards are followed.

• Drafting training guides, quick reference sheets, and internal communications to support process and technology rollouts.

• Helping manage project trackers, status reports, and meeting notes.

• Responding to queries and provide troubleshooting assistance related to knowledge management platforms.

• Documenting lessons learned and share feedback with the team to support continuous improvement efforts.

• Preparing and delivering a “My GRA Summer” synopsis of the intern experience, recommendations for future interns, key takeaways, etc.

Internship Development Opportunities:

• Gain hands-on experience in project management and process optimization within a dynamic organization.

• Participate in the deployment and enhancement of technology solutions, especially SharePoint knowledge management repositories.

• Develop your skills in documentation, stakeholder engagement, and change management.

• Learn to translate business requirements into actionable process improvements and technology implementations.

• Interact and network with professionals across departments and disciplines.

• Build a portfolio of real-world projects demonstrating your impact and value as a future project management professional.
  

Join Takeda’s Global Regulatory Affairs Operations team in Summer 2026 to:

• Make a tangible impact by shaping how our organization manages information and delivers projects.

• Work with experienced professionals who will mentor and support your growth.

• Develop a robust understanding of how technology and process management intersect to drive business success.

• Set yourself apart as a future leader in project management, business process analysis, and technology integration.

Job Requirements:

• This position will be fully remote

• Must be pursuing a Masters Degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Information Systems, or a related field

• Demonstrated understanding of project management principles and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Lean, Six Sigma).

• Basic understanding of data analysis and visualization.

• Experience in business process analysis and documentation.

• Familiarity with technology platforms such as SharePoint, Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, Teams, Copilot), and other enterprise collaboration and AI tools.  Advanced SharePoint experience preferred.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

• Ability to organize information logically and present findings clearly.

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a cross-functional team.

• Willingness to learn, ask questions, and adapt to evolving project needs.

• Professionalism, reliability, and a collaborative spirit.

• Previous internship or project experience in a business or technology setting is required.
  

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 2026 or later 

• The internship program is 10-12 weeks depending on the two start dates (May 26th-August 14th or June 15th- August 21st)  

• 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 October 31st- November 16th

For Location:

Massachusetts - Virtual

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.

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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