What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2026 Summer Internship Program: Supply Chain Intern position at Lensa?
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Job Description
Team or BU/F Description:
Takeda’s Brooklyn Park manufacturing facility produces 2 key products – Entyvio Drug Substance and Adcetris Antibody. Entyvio is a life-enhancing treatment for Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease. Adcetris is a life-saving therapy for Hodkin Lymphoma. These products require accurate supply chain support to ensure operational continuity. The Brooklyn Park Supply Chain organization is comprised of Warehouse and Supply Chain Operations functions. through inventory management, purchasing, new supplier evaluations, etc. We work closely with colleagues in Manufacturing, Quality and Procurement
Role Overview
Supply Chain evaluates suppliers, purchases materials, plans Manufacturing operations and ensures continued supply of Entyvio drug substance and Adcetris antibody intermediate, two of Takeda’s top products.
Accuracy of data and efficiency of operations within SAP is critical to Supply Chain. This role will execute two projects to improve data integrity and operational agility. Several aspects of Supply Chain operational performance will be learned during the internship period.
How You Will Contribute
Duties will include the following, under the manager's supervision:
Intern will learn:
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:
Brooklyn Park, MN
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:
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
Brooklyn Park, MN
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Paid Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee)
Time Type
Full time
Job Exempt
No
If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com
By clicking the “Apply” button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda’s Privacy Notice (https://jobs.takeda.com/privacynotice) and Terms of Use (https://www.takeda.com/terms-and-conditions/) . I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge.
Job Description
Team or BU/F Description:
Takeda’s Brooklyn Park manufacturing facility produces 2 key products – Entyvio Drug Substance and Adcetris Antibody. Entyvio is a life-enhancing treatment for Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease. Adcetris is a life-saving therapy for Hodkin Lymphoma. These products require accurate supply chain support to ensure operational continuity. The Brooklyn Park Supply Chain organization is comprised of Warehouse and Supply Chain Operations functions. through inventory management, purchasing, new supplier evaluations, etc. We work closely with colleagues in Manufacturing, Quality and Procurement
Role Overview
Supply Chain evaluates suppliers, purchases materials, plans Manufacturing operations and ensures continued supply of Entyvio drug substance and Adcetris antibody intermediate, two of Takeda’s top products.
Accuracy of data and efficiency of operations within SAP is critical to Supply Chain. This role will execute two projects to improve data integrity and operational agility. Several aspects of Supply Chain operational performance will be learned during the internship period.
How You Will Contribute
Duties will include the following, under the manager's supervision:
- Audit material master data in Takeda’s ERP system (SAP). Outcome of audit will lead to data integrity project to improve material reliability for 2 products manufactured at Takeda Brooklyn Park. Through this process, intern will learn the importance of master data and controls as well as material planning.
- Improve accuracy and compliance within SAP by obsoleting parts no longer used at Brooklyn Park. Through this process, intern will learn about the E2E procurement process (initiation through obsolescence)
- Use knowledge gained within SAP to implement a process for alternate materials (i.e., materials from different vendors under 1 material number). Through this process, intern will utilize AGILE practices to improve operational efficiency.
- Internship will conclude with a presentation to Site Leadership.
Intern will learn:
- How to navigate SAP modules to support material planning/purchasing, inventory management, material master data and production planning.
- How to use AGILE techniques to improve operational efficiency.
- Problem-solving and digital agility within regulatory-compliant pharmaceutical operations.
- This position will be on site at the Brooklyn Park, MN facility.
- Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Engineering or Business.
- Demonstrate curiosity and willingness to learn.
- Demonstrate high attention to detail while working in a GMP environment.
- Digital proficiency required
- 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
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:
Brooklyn Park, MN
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.
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
Brooklyn Park, MN
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Paid Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee)
Time Type
Full time
Job Exempt
No
If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com
Salary : $21 - $46
