2026 Summer Internship Program: Early-stage Drug Discovery – Liver diseases - Internship
Company: Takeda
Location: Boston
Posted on: January 19, 2026
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Job Description:
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to the best of my knowledge. Job Description At Takeda, we are a
forward-looking, world-class R&D organization that unlocks
innovation and delivers transformative therapies to patients. By
focusing R&D efforts on three therapeutic areas and other
targeted investments, we push the boundaries of what is possible to
bring life-changing therapies to patients worldwide. The LIVER Team
within the Gastroenterology Drug Discovery Unit (GI² DDU) at Takeda
is dedicated to advancing research and development related to liver
diseases. Our focus is on identifying and developing innovative
therapies to effectively treat various liver conditions. Our
division-sponsored program offers students a valuable opportunity
to work in an innovative and collaborative environment, where
cross-functional research drives the discovery and development of
novel therapeutic agents to benefit patients. Participants of the
summer Internship at Liver team (GI² DDU), will gain hands-on
experience in a fast-paced setting, contributing to cutting-edge
research projects, conducting preclinical research that leverage
cutting-edge technology and data analytics. The program also
provides diverse opportunities to collaborate within a matrixed
organization and engage with scientists from a wide range of
disciplines and backgrounds. How You Will Contribute: As an
early-stage drug discovery -Liver diseases- intern, you will have
the opportunity to… Work closely with Takeda researchers on several
high-impact projects. Gain hands-on experience in preclinical
research essential for drug discovery Learn how to design in vitro
studies to investigate the mechanisms of action of potential drug
targets Conduct benchwork under the supervision of experienced
biology team leaders Analyze and interpret experimental results,
and participate in discussions within small project teams Prepare
technical reports, summaries, protocols, and quantitative analyses
in written and/or oral form. Internship Development Opportunities:
Interns will gain: Experience bridging industry and academia by
engaging in impactful projects. Exposure to a dynamic work
environment, collaborating with scientists from diverse disciplines
and backgrounds. First-hand experience of hypothesis-driven
experimentation and allow them to see immediate impact of their
work. Gain practical exposure to Standard Operating Procedures
(SOPs). Prepare oral presentation to the functional team. Job
Requirements: Candidate must be pursuing a graduate degree in
biology, pharmacology, or a related field with a strong interest in
liver disease research and drug discovery. Experience with cell
culture including immortalized cell lines, primary cell cultures,
and multicellular or organoid culture models. Expertise in at least
one of the following assay methods: ELISA, Western blot, qPCR, flow
cytometry. This position requires full-time commitment,
necessitating five days of on-site work. Demonstrated ability to
work effectively as a collaborative team member. Internship
Eligibility Mustbe authorized towork 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 weeksdepending on the two start dates (May
26th-August 14thor June 15th- August 21st) The intern must be able
to commit to one of thesetime frames Able to work full time40
hoursa 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
Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary We understand compensation
may bean 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: Boston, MA 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. Locations Boston, MA
Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Paid Intern (Fixed Term)
(Trainee) Time Type Full time Job Exempt No It is unlawful in
Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a
condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who
violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil
liability.
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