2026 Summer Internship Program: Lab Scientist

Takeda Pharmaceuticals • Los Angeles, CA • 10h ago

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Job Description

The LA Manufacturing Sciences Laboratory develops new and improves existing plasma fractionation and protein purification processes utilizing small and pilot scale down models, state of the art analytical instruments (Immunonephelometry, DLS, RS DSC) and Process Analytical Technology (PAT) techniques (FBRM, EasyViewer, React IR).

The Manufacturing Sciences Laboratory intern will work with experts in plasma fractionation, protein precipitation, filtration, chromatography purification, particles visualization, and analytical methods development. The intern will gain experience in execution of small and pilot scale studies within major development projects.

How You Will Contribute:

Duties may include the following, under the manager's supervision

Execute protein purification activities (normal and tangential flow filtration, chromatography, formulation)

Run plasma fractionation experiments

Set up and maintain equipment and instruments

Conduct analytical tests (ELISA) and utilize PAT methods

Prepare protocols, reports and presentations

Internship Development Opportunities:

Interns will learn:

The intern will collaborate closely with multiple experts within Takeda's LA Plant Manufacturing Sciences Department and understand how the groups collaborate to enable completion of development projects

Gain laboratory experience across multiple techniques

A basic understanding of the impact of protein structure on aggregation and product stability

Job Requirements:

A foundational knowledge of proteins and analytical chemistry

This position requires full-time commitment, necessitating five days of on-site work at the LA site

Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a collaborative team member.

Comfortable working in a laboratory environment and including work in cold rooms

Willingness to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, gloves, closed toe shoes, etc.

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 26th-August 14th or June 15th- August 21st) ?

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 - 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 - CA - Los Angeles

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

USA - CA - Los Angeles

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Paid Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee)

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt

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