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Job Description

In the Quality Control (QC) department, the primary responsibilities of the QC Laboratory Excellence internship will be to implement lean operational excellence tools within the department.

How You Will Contribute:

The key deliverables will be to standardize the laboratory area using 5S principles and lab layout improvements. The goal of which is to improve the organization within the QC laboratories.
 

Internship Development Opportunities:

The intern will learn the role a QC department plays in pharmaceutical manufacturing. They will have an opportunity to understand the what the day to day work in both Microbiology and Analytical QC laboratories is.They will partner with QC staff to understand their daily testing and workflow and will help standardize the laboratory organization using lean tools. This will afford the intern an opportunity to understand what value added work and non-value added work within a QC organization look like.

Job Requirements:

This is an in-person position (5 days per week) located in Thousand Oaks, CACurrently enrolled in a Bachelors or Masters programGeneral understanding and knowledge of the following areas:Microbiology (Biology) and ChemistryBasic knowledge of how a laboratory operatesLaboratory safetyAble to communicate effectively with peers, co-workers and leadership team.Very detailed oriented and able to produce high quality workGood interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively and efficiently in a team environmentBasic decision-making skills

Internship Eligibility

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis without requiring sponsorshipMust be currently enrolled in a degree program graduating December 2025 or laterThe internship program is 10-12 weeks depending on the two start dates (June 2nd- August 29th) or (June 16th - August 22ndThe intern must be able to commit to one of these time framesAble to work full time 40 hours a week during internship datesTakeda 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 responsibilitiesDedicated mentorship program pairing interns with experienced professionalsNetworking opportunities with industry professionals and fellow internsInternship events focused on professional and skills developmentExposure to multiple business areas or departments within a Pharmaceutical Organization

Applications 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:

USA - CA - Thousand Oaks - Rancho Conejo

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.

LocationsUSA - CA - Thousand Oaks - Rancho Conejo

Worker TypeEmployee

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

Time TypeFull time

Job Exempt

No