2026 U.S Summer Internship Program: Data Scientist Computational Biology Intern

Takeda • Cambridge, MA

1d • $21 - $46 • Remote

About The Position

The intern in the Early Clinical Development (ECD) computational biology group at Takeda GI-TAU will implement and test machine learning/deep learning based methods, to integrate and analyze large screening datasets and metadata information to generate actionable insights and interpretation for drug discovery and development questions in Gastrointestinal & Inflammation Therapeutic Area

Requirements

• This position will be Fully Remote out of the Round Lake, Illinois location
• Must be pursuing a Doctoral Degree in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Biostatistics and any other relevant fields.
• Familiar with machine/deep- learning frameworks/libraries.
• Strong programming skills in R/Python.
• Proficiency in Unix/Linux shell, AWS/HPC environment is preferred
• Working knowledge in molecular biology and clinical metadata
• Highly motivated with a strong interest in bioinformatics data analysis in drug discovery and development
• Quick learner, Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Experience in testing and implement different deep learning architecture is preferred
• Proficiency in Unix/Linux shell, AWS/HPC environment is preferred

Responsibilities

• Leverage proprietary clinical multi-omics data assets and implement advanced AI/ML approaches.
• Explore and experiment with innovative strategies for data integration, visualization, and analytical approaches.
• Engage in the exploration of cutting-edge methodologies aimed at enhancing the precision and depth of analyses.
• Contribute to the development of advanced techniques within the field of Precision Medicine and Biomarker Discovery.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees