2025 U.S Summer Internship Program: Forensics Laboratory Assistant Intern

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Job Description

Team or BU/F Description:

As part of Takeda’s mission to improve lives, GPP is committed to protecting patients by safeguarding our products.    GPP acchieves this goal by securing supply chain, packaging, investigating illegal trade of Takeda products, and performing forensics analysis on suspected illegal Takeda products. 

Job Description:

Job responsibilities will include:

• Sample preparation
• Operating instruments such as FT-IR, Raman and UV spectrometer for chemical analysis, image analysis of packaging
• Recording and interpretation of data
• Specimen storage. 
   

Prior working experience on these instruments is not required as training for these techniques will be provided.  There will also be some administrative work to be conducted such as cataloging evidence and samples on legal hold.

Internship Development Opportunities:

By working closely with a mentor at one of the most reputable pharmaceutical companies, the intern can receive personalized guidance, feedback, and support, accelerating their learning and development in these areas.

• Hands-on experience on various analytical instrument involving spectroscopic techniques.
• Data analysis: Learning to collect, analyze, and interpret data.
• Collaboration: Working effectively in teams and collaborating with colleagues
• Time Management: Prioritizing tasks and managing workload efficiently.
• Career Exploration: Gaining insights into potential career paths in pharmaceutical industries.
   

Job Requirements:

• This position will be Fully Onsite and require 4+ days in the Lexington office per week.
• Experience of working in laboratory environment with good safety and practices (Chemistry/Biology/Biochemistry or other related major).
• Basic understanding of computer skills including MS Office (PowerPoint, Words, Excel)
• Internet skills including use of e-mails, group messaging and information gathering
• Highly reliable and a strong team player
• Flexible with an attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must be Pursuing a degree in Chemistry/Biology/Biochemistry or other related major

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 10th

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