2026 Summer Internship Program: Intern, US Medical Advertising & Promotion (Ad/Promo) Regulatory

Takeda • Lexington, MA

24d • $21 - $46 • Remote

About The Position

The US Medical Advertising & Promotion Regulatory (Ad/Promo) team ensures that all promotional communications for Takeda’s marketed pharmaceutical products meet FDA regulations and industry standards. The department provides strategic regulatory guidance to cross-functional partners to support compliant and effective commercial activities. In addition to reviewing promotional materials, the Ad/Promo team conducts regulatory research, tracks FDA enforcement trends, and drives process improvements. The Ad/Promo Regulatory Intern will gain practical experience applying FDA regulations and guidance to pharmaceutical advertising and promotional activities. This role includes conducting regulatory research, supporting evaluation of promotional strategies, and assisting with key projects that impact marketed products. The intern will collaborate with cross-functional partners across Marketing, Medical, Legal, Compliance, Labeling and Regulatory Strategy.

Requirements

• Candidates must be pursuing an undergraduate degree in Life Sciences or a related field, pre-law with an interest in FDA Law, or Business with a focus on Marketing. Additionally, candidates pursuing an advanced degree such as a Master’s in Life Sciences, PharmD, Regulatory Affairs (Degree or Certification), JD, or MBA are encouraged to apply.
• Demonstrate basic understanding of scientific principles
• Ability to understand broad concepts within Regulatory Affairs
• Ability to proactively identify regulatory issues and offer creative solutions and strategies
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to handle fast-paced environment
• Excellent oral and written skills
• Works well with others, especially on a cross-functional team
• 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

Responsibilities

• Conducts in-depth regulatory research and analysis to assist Ad/Promo Regulatory team members in evaluating promotional strategies
• Develops a broad understanding of the responsibilities of key functions that are involved in or impact Ad/Promo, including Medical, Legal, Marketing, Compliance, Labeling and Regulatory Strategy
• May present regulatory topics at Ad/Promo Regulatory staff meetings and to cross-functional teams (e.g., FDA enforcement letters)
• Assists with US Medical Ad/Promo Regulatory projects as assigned
• Supports other Ad/Promo Regulatory team members as assigned, including evaluating metrics to measure and track the effectiveness and efficiency of the promotional review process

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
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees