Job Description

Human Resources Intern

As a Human Resources Intern at Takeda's Mass Bio Ops, you will support strategic HR initiatives aimed at enhancing workforce planning, talent development, and data-driven decision-making. You will contribute to building a comprehensive library of job descriptions, assist in the development of a career pathing framework, and help design a data and insights dashboard to support HR analytics and reporting.

This internship offers exposure to a dynamic HR environment within a global biopharmaceutical company, providing hands-on experience in HR operations, talent strategy, and organizational development.

How You Will Contribute:

Duties will include the following, under the manager's supervision:

Build and Organize Job Descriptions:

• Collaborate with HR Business Partners and functional leaders to gather, standardize, and document job descriptions across departments.
• Ensure descriptions are aligned with compliance standards and reflect essential functions.

Support Career Pathing Framework:

• Assist in mapping career progression pathways for key roles within the Mass Bio Ops manufacturing organization.
• Research benchmarks and internal role structures to inform framework design.
• Help facilitate stakeholder feedback sessions to refine career pathing models.

Support in the Development of a Data & Insights Dashboard:

• Collaborate with Site and Global Business Partners to design a site dashboard that visualizes key HR metrics (e.g., attrition, headcount, development trends, etc.).
• Integrate data from tools like Visier and Power BI to help build a dashboard specific to the site.
• Partner with HR Business Partners on building actionable insights through storytelling to support HR strategy and leadership decision-making.

Internship Development Opportunities:

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand HR operations, job architecture, and career pathing in a biopharma setting.
• Gain experience building dashboards and interpreting HR data for strategic insights.
• Strengthen project management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Learn to manage HR documentation and systems with attention to compliance.
• Improve communication skills through stakeholder engagement and reporting.

Job Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid work environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience or interest in data visualization tools preferred.
• Willingness to learn and contribute to cross-functional projects.
• Commitment to confidentiality and data integrity.

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 2026 or later.
• The internship program is 10-12 weeks depending on the two start dates (May 26 - August 14 or June 15 - August 21).
• 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 November 7th and November 30th.

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 - Lexington - BIO OPS

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 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.

Locations: USA - MA - Lexington - BIO OPS

Worker Type: Employee

Worker Sub-Type: Paid Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee)

Time Type: Full time

Job Exempt: No

Takeda Pharmaceuticals

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Minimum wage, Permanent employment, Full time, Fixed term contract, Traineeship, Summer internship, Work at office, Local area, Relocation package,

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