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2025 U.S Summer Internship Program: Manufacturing Systems Intern

Lexington, Massachusetts
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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.

Job ID R0140106 Date posted 12/18/2024 Location Lexington, Massachusetts

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Job Description

Team is five people in the Manufacturing Systems Business Owner team supporting Manufacturing at Massachusetts Biologics Operations (MA Bio Ops) in Lexington, MA. We support manufacturing systems such as PAS-X MES and NYMI Platform for manufacturing operations. This includes support for multiple projects as well as base business operations.

How You Will Contribute:

The Manufacturing Systems Intern will support activities with the digital transformation of the site manufacturing from paper to electronic batch records. Our Intern will have an opportunity to be involved in multiple projects and operational activities, including:

  • Learn about the MES System and attending relevant trainings.
  • Participate in the 400SW Upstream operations MES project including workshops, document reviews and more.
  • Collaborate with colleagues in Data, Digital and Technology (DD&T), Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, and other groups relating to manufacturing systems.
  • Get involved in Organizational Change Management (OCM) activities relating to MES such as demonstrations, internal events, newsletter articles, and more.

Internship Development Opportunities:

  • Observe and learn about biologics manufacturing operations.
  • Gain detailed knowledge of manufacturing systems.
  • Working in a highly collaborative environment across many functions of the organization.

Job Requirements:

  • This position is hybrid position located in Lexington, MA
  • Must be pursuing an Associate’s, Bachelor's, or Master’s degree
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
  • Creates an environment that inspires an inclusive and diverse culture
  • Ability to prioritize projects and achieve exceptional outcomes
  • Comfortable working through ambiguity
  • Ability to promote change and encourage new ways of working
  • Proactively takes steps to learn and grow
  • Confidence working with data and emerging technology

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 12th

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:

USA - MA - Lexington - BIO OPS

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.

Locations

USA - MA - Lexington - BIO OPS

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Paid Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee)

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt

No
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