2026 U.S Summer Internship Program: Learning & Development Intern

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Job Description

Business Excellence focuses on developing and strengthening management systems and processes to achieve superior results. It aims to improve performance, foster a culture of learning, and drive continuous improvement.

Learning and Development, a part of Business Excellence, supports the evolving needs of the business. It optimizes human performance through onboarding, certification, on-the-job training, and ongoing learning to adapt to operational changes.

As a Learning and Development Intern, you will play a crucial role in further deploying the Learning and Development strategy at the site. This internship provides a unique opportunity to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of Learning and Development processes by designing frameworks for training modules, creating content, and developing programs.

How You Will Contribute:

• Collaborate with colleagues within the Business Excellence organization and Manufacturing.

• Work closely with stakeholders to assist in the development and implementation of departmental training matrices and content.

• Assist the L&D team in completing the Digital Transformation project.

• Develop and coordinate a soft skills training program with the learning and development team.

Internship Development Opportunities:

• During this internship, you will gain valuable experience in digital transformation and developing learning and training programs. You will:

• Learn the principles of Lean and continuous improvement, including identifying and reducing waste in processes to improve efficiency.

• Understand how skills matrices are created for manufacturing colleagues.

• Create learning content using various platforms.

• Develop soft skills through coursework on influencing, coaching, and related topics.

• This internship offers a comprehensive insight into the practical application of soft skills and the significance of structured training programs.

Job Requirements:

• This position will be fully onsite and require 5 days in the Round Lake, IL office per week.

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Learning and Development, Human Development and Learning, Psychology, Education, or Business Management / Business Administration

• Understanding of instructional design, data analysis, adult learning principles, and research

• Intermediate to advance computer skills including MS Office (PowerPoint, Words, Excel)

• Knowledge of instructional design, graphic design, video editing software (e.g. Adobe Captivate, Articulate 360, Canva, etc)

• Highly reliable and a strong team player

• Flexible with an attention to detail

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

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

• 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 

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 - IL - Round Lake - Drug Delivery

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 locati on 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 f itness c enter (where a vailable )

• 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 - IL - Round Lake - Drug Delivery

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Paid Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee)

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt

No