Hayden, MA, USA
5 days ago
2025 U.S Summer Internship Program: US Medical Communications Intern

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Job Description

US Medical Communications and Scientific Training sits within the US Medical Affairs group and is responsible for ensuring that materials used by the Field Medical Team (Medical Science Liaisons) are developed and deployed appropriately, that the Field Medical Team is trained on the use of those materials, and that congresses held on US soil utilize a strategic approach that allows Takeda to support healthcare professionals that care for patients.

Job Description:

The US Medical Communications 2025 Summer Intern will report to the Associate Director, Congress Strategy, and will be responsible for

Collection, collation, and evaluation of data setsCrafting basic and intermediate-level analyses of data setsCo-creating baseline approaches for using A/I and machine learning to analyze informationIdentifying key points and insights based on the data analysisCreating a scientific narrative to explain observations using the scientific methodCreating and presenting a set of points and recommendations based on the data.

Candidate will be the executor of this analysis program, building on the 2024 data set and, at the end of the term, provide the deeper foundation for longitudinal analyses of interest.
 

Internship Development Opportunities:

The candidate will leave the internship with

An understanding and skills to collaborate with othersThe capability to manage workload and timeAn understanding of how a highly matrixed organization like a pharmaceutical company operatesThe capacity to navigate a complex online corporate ecosystemSkills to perform basic and intermediate data analysis using A/I and machine learningAn understanding of how the information collected at scientific congresses is used for insights and decision makingThe ability to craft a data-based scientific narrativeThe ability to create a presentation and deliver it to a live and virtual audienceAn understanding of scientific research methodology.

Job Requirements:

This position will be Hybrid and require 2-3 days in the Cambridge, MA or Lexington, MA office per week.Must be starting their Junior/Senior year of college or first year of graduate program studying areas that might include biology, chemistry, pre-med, journalism, communications, health-system administration, or information management;Must have a focus/interest in scientific/medical communication, medical education, the clinical aspects of patient care and management Interested in utilizing A/I and machine learning to assess informationEager to work with data sets to perform basic and intermediate data analysis.Basic understanding of computer skills including MS Office (PowerPoint, Words, Excel)Internet skills including use of e-mails, group messaging and information gatheringHighly reliable and a strong team playerFlexible with an attention to detailStrong verbal and written communication 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 22nd) or (June 16th - August 29th)The 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 will be accepted between January 10th and January 31

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 - MA - Hayden - 45-55

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 - MA - Hayden - 45-55

Worker TypeEmployee

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

Time TypeFull time

Job Exempt

No
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