2026 Summer Internship Program: Research Program Manager Intern

Takeda • Boston, MA

2d • $21 - $46 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Research Program Management team is a proactive, strategic partner guiding research teams through continuous evolution to deliver a transformative research portfolio. We empower innovation, embed strategic thinking, foster psychological safety, and accelerate the path to transformative medicines. As a Project Manager Intern, you will join a high-performing, collaborative team dedicated to driving the success of research projects from early-stage discovery through IND submission. You will play a hands-on role in planning, executing, and monitoring project deliverables, timelines, and resources, while helping to foster a culture of transparency, strategic thinking, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Business, Project Management, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse, cross-functional team environment.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Adaptability, curiosity, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite ( MS Project, SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint, Word); familiarity with project management tools is a plus.
• 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

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, execution, and delivery of specific research project milestones and objectives
• Assist in developing detailed project plans, schedules, and task lists to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
• Track and report on project progress, risks, and issues, escalating as needed to ensure project success.
• Coordinate meetings, document action items, and follow up with stakeholders to drive accountability.
• Facilitate effective communication between project team members and cross-functional partners.
• Contribute to process improvements that streamline project workflows and reduce bottlenecks.
• Help celebrate project achievements and foster a positive, inclusive team environment.

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