2026 Summer Internship: Global Product Production Forensic Laboratory Intern

Takeda • Lexington, MA

10d • $21 - $46 • Onsite

About The Position

As part of Takeda’s mission to improve lives, Commercial Quality/Global Product Protection (GPP) Team is committed to protecting patients by safeguarding our products. GPP achieves this goal by securing supply chain , packaging, investigating the illegal trade of Takeda products, and performing forensics analysis on suspected illegal Takeda p roducts. How You Will Contribute : Job responsibilities would include sample preparation, operating instruments such as FT-IR, Raman and UV spectrometer for chemical analysis , image analysis of packaging, recording and interpretation of data , and specimen storage. Prior work ing experience on all these instruments is not as we will train you on these techniques.  There would also be some administrative work to be conducted such as cataloging evidence and samples on legal hold. Internship Development Opportunities : By working closely with a mentor at one of the most reputable pharmaceutical companies, the intern can receive personalized guidance, feedback, and support, accelerating their learning and development in these areas. Hands-on experience on various analytical instruments involving spectroscopic techniques. Data analysis: Learning to collect, analyze, and interpret data. Collaboration: Working effectively in teams and collaborating with colleagues. Time Management: Prioritizing tasks and managing workload efficiently. Career Exploration: Gaining insights into potential career paths in pharmaceutical industries.

Requirements

• This position will Fully Onsite (4+ days /week in office ) out of the Lexington Location
• Must be pursuing a Bachelor s or Masters in scientific field (chemistry, biology, biochemistry)
• Experience of working in a laboratory environment with good safety and practices( Chemistry/Biology/Biochemistry or other related major).
• 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 team player
• Flexible and has attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• planning skills including managing work and prioritizing 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 26 th -August 14 th or June 15 th - August 21 st )
• 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

Responsibilities

• sample preparation
• operating instruments such as FT-IR, Raman and UV spectrometer for chemical analysis
• image analysis of packaging
• recording and interpretation of data
• specimen storage
• cataloging evidence and samples on legal hold

Benefits

• Paid sick time
• Civic Duty paid time off
• Participation at company volunteer events
• Participation at company sponsored special events
• Access to on-site f itness c enter (where a vailable )
• 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
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees