Supply Chain, Logistics Intern (Summer 2026)

Kyowa Kirin is a fast-growing global specialty pharmaceutical company that applies state-of-the-art biotechnologies to discover and deliver novel medicines in four disease areas: bone and mineral; intractable hematologic; hematology oncology; and rare disease.  A Japan-based company, our goal is to translate science into smiles by delivering therapies where no adequate treatments currently exist, working from drug discovery to product development and commercialization. In North America, we are headquartered in Princeton, NJ, with offices in California, North Carolina, and Mississauga, Ontario.

We are currently seeking a student intern to join our Logistics team which is part of our Supply Chain organization.  You will be responsible for daily tasks that support the flow and performance of products to our patients as well as have projects intended to enhance the performance of the Logistics’ team and strategy.

This position is a paid, temporary internship eligible to rising sophomores, juniors or seniors within a commutable distance of Princeton, NJ. This role is a hybrid role which requires in-office time 2-3 days each week. (Tuesdays and Thursdays consistently).

Examples of Responsibilities:

• 3PL Fulfillment Shipment Performance Tracking and Reporting
• Tracking for cold chain integrity and customer expectations
• Key Performance Indicator (KPI) for Senior Leadership Dashboard
• KPI coordination process improvement opportunities utilizing digital tool  (Business Intelligence) and engagement with 3PL (Strategic Partner)
• Freight Lane Design
• Identification of requirements for each transport lane
• Qualifications and documentation for compliance assurance
• Cost analysis for savings opportunities
• Service Performance development opportunities  
• Temperature Excursion trending and improvement project  
•  Supply Chain Resiliency
• Business Process Mapping
• Continuity Planning
• Risk Assessment Sensing

Qualifications/Requirements:

• This position requires candidates to be a rising Sophomore, Junior or Senior interested in a career in Supply Chain Management.
• Candidates are required to live within a commutable distance of Princeton, NJ
• Interns are required to be able to work from May 26th to August 13th
• This position requires a minimum GPA of 3.0
• This position requires that candidates be able to work in the United States on a permanent and on-going basis without sponsorship

Why intern with us?
At Kyowa Kirin, we provide an excellent company culture with the ability to learn and grow. The projects on which you will participate represent real work, where you will have an opportunity to contribute to solving problems, creating processes, and experiencing daily life at a company that seeks to have a profound impact with all of our patients. We offer an environment that helps our employees succeed and reach their professional goals while gaining experience in the pharmaceutical industry. 

The anticipated hourly rate for this position will be $20.00  to $23.00 per hour.  The actual hourly rate offered for this role at commencement of employment may vary based on several factors including but not limited to relevant experience, skill set, qualifications, education (including applicable licenses and certifications, job-based knowledge, location, and other business and organizational needs.

KKNA and all of its employees have an obligation to act in accordance with the law and with integrity in all our operations and interactions

It is the policy of Kyowa Kirin North America, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, religion, creed, color, pregnancy, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or affection preference or citizenship status or any other category protected by law.

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