2025 U.S Summer Internship Program: Learning & Development Intern
Round Lake Beach, IllinoisOn 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.
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Job Description
Business Excellence focuses on developing and strengthening management systems and processes to achieve superior results. It aims to improve performance, foster a culture of learning, and drive continuous improvement.
Learning and Development, a part of Business Excellence, supports the evolving needs of the business. It optimizes human performance through onboarding, certification, on-the-job training, and ongoing learning to adapt to operational changes.
As a Learning and Development Intern, you will play a crucial role in further deploying the Learning and Development strategy at the site. This internship provides a unique opportunity to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of Learning and Development processes by designing frameworks for training modules, creating content, and developing programs.
How You Will Contribute:
Collaborate with colleagues within the Business Excellence organization and Manufacturing.
Work closely with stakeholders to assist in the development and implementation of departmental training matrices and content.
Assist the L&D team in completing the Digital Transformation project.
Develop and coordinate a soft skills training program with the learning and development team.
Internship Development Opportunities:
During this internship, you will gain valuable experience in digital transformation and developing learning and training programs. You will:
Learn the principles of Lean and continuous improvement, including identifying and reducing waste in processes to improve efficiency.
Understand how skills matrices are created for manufacturing colleagues.
Create learning content using various platforms.
Develop soft skills through coursework on influencing, coaching, and related topics.
This internship offers a comprehensive insight into the practical application of soft skills and the significance of structured training programs.
Job Requirements:
This position will be fully onsite and require 5 days in the Round Lake, IL office per week.
Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Learning and Development, Human Development and Learning, Psychology, Education, or Business Management / Business Administration
Understanding of instructional design, data analysis, adult learning principles, and reserach
Intermediate to advance computer skills including MS Office (PowerPoint, Words, Excel)
Knowledge of instructional design, graphic design, video editing software (e.g. Adobe Captivate, Articulate 360, Canva, etc)
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 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 - IL - Round Lake - Drug DeliveryU.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
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