Cell Line Development Intern

Job Description

About Takeda Pharmaceuticals and the Cell Line Development Team:

Takeda’s mission is to deliver transformative medicines to patients worldwide. A critical component of this mission is the Cell Line Development (CLD) team, which is vital for advancing biologics manufacturing. This team focuses on creating and characterizing robust, high-yield cell lines, supporting discovery and development programs by engineering cellular platforms optimized for therapeutic protein production. Through strong collaboration with research, process development, and manufacturing groups, the CLD team ensures cutting-edge technologies are applied to generate safe, consistent, and scalable cell lines, underpinned by scientific rigor and innovation.

About the Role: Cell Line Development Intern

As a Cell Line Development Intern, you will acquire invaluable hands-on experience in molecular and cell biology. You will support projects directly contributing to Takeda’s biologics pipeline, working under the guidance of experienced scientists and actively participating in lab-based research and analysis.

How You Will Contribute (Key Responsibilities):

Under the manager’s supervision, duties will include:

• Perform molecular cloning and vector design.
• Prepare and validate vector constructs.
• Conduct CHO cell culture and transfection experiments.
• Draft and maintain experimental protocols and documentation.
• Contribute to careful record keeping, data analysis, and presentation.

Internship Development Opportunities:

This internship offers extensive learning in:

• Molecular and cell biology techniques.
• Vector design and construction strategies.
• CHO cell culture methods and transfection workflows.
• Cell Line Development processes.
• Data analysis and presentation skills in a research environment.

Job Requirements:

• Location: Fully Onsite out of our Cambridge, MA office.
• Education: Actively pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field.
• Foundational Knowledge: Strong foundation in biology, chemistry, and/or biochemistry.

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.
• Duration: The internship program is 10-12 weeks, with two possible start dates:
  • May 26th – August 14th
  • 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.

Application Window:

Applications will be accepted between October 31st – November 16th.

Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary:

• Location: USA – MA – Cambridge – Binney St.
• 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 the 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: Takeda provides U.S. employees with a fixed monthly subsidy to offset work-commute expenses, 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.

Additional Information:

• Locations: USA – MA – Cambridge – Binney St.
• 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.