2026 Summer Internship Program : Clinical Site Startup & Engagement Team

Clinical Site Startup & Engagement Internship

Clinical Site Startup & Engagement's vision is to expand Takeda's operational capabilities and drive effective, proactive global clinical-trial planning and management. Through strategic advancements in clinical research and development, CSSE aims to introduce greater efficiencies that make Takeda a preferred partner for sites, fostering a collaborative environment and enabling a more efficient delivery of Takeda's pipeline.

CSSE's mission is to work collaboratively, with both internal and external partners, to deliver best-in-class trial execution, identify innovative ideas and employ business process excellence to compliment strategic growth and positively impact cycle time, quality, compliance, and resource utilization.

Role Overview :

The interns will support the current and future fiscal year business efforts for the Clinical Site Startup & Engagement team in the following departments :

• Feasibility and Trial Equity
• Study Start-Up
• Patient Recruitment & Retention

Interns will have the opportunity to partner with other business units (Clinical Operations, Regulatory, Legal, Field Medical, R&D Health Equity, etc.) that regularly collaborate in the support of business goals. Interns will develop their knowledge of the R&D process by shadowing CSSE colleagues. This will include attending trial team meetings and strategy sessions, as well as meeting with vendors and our CRO partners. Interns will be expected to present a conclusionary presentation highlighting their experience and sharing learnings.

How You Will Contribute :

Feasibility : Support the identification of the competitive landscape for a given trial / indication.

Study Start-Up :

Trial Equity :

Internship Development Opportunities :

Job Requirements :

Internship Eligibility :

Program Highlights :

Applications will be accepted between November 7th - 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 : Massachusetts - Virtual

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 :

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 : Massachusetts - Virtual

Worker Type : Employee

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

Time Type : Full time

Job Exempt : No