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Job Description

The Critical Reagent (CR) team supplies CR and supports CR QC and CR stabilities tests for VBU manufactory and R&D.
 

How You Will Contribute:
 

As a summer intern, you will work within a dynamic group to explore Takeda’s dengue vaccine program and learn fundamentals of virology and immunology. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in antigen and antibody characterizations, cell culture and dengue virus infection and production.
 

Key Responsibilities

Wet lab work: Mammalian cell culture; Dengue virus propagation in cells; Dengue virus detection and anti-sera characterizations by In-Cell Western, ELISA, MSD, DLS, DSF

Documentation: Maintain detailed laboratory work in ELN; summarize data in Excel, Word and PowerPoint presentations

Collaboration: Attend weekly CR Team meetings and present a short project update; work in close collaboration with the CR group members

Internship Development Opportunities

Explore vaccine research projects, learn immunology towards dengue virus. Obtain technical skills in protein characterization and antibody development.

 Explore industrial research environment and company culture, strengthen communication and presentation skills.
 

Job Requirements:

This is a fully onsite position located in Cambridge, MA

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master Program

Fundamental knowledge of immunology, protein biochemistry, biophysics and virology.

Hands on experience in mammalian cell culture, ELISA, Western blot or other immunoassays

 Experience in protein and nuclear acid sequence analysis

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 29th) or (June 16th - August 22nd

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 be an 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:

Boston, MA

U.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.

LocationsBoston, MA

Worker TypeEmployee

Worker Sub-TypePaid Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee)

Time TypeFull time

Job Exempt

No