2026 Summer Internship Program : Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Intern

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Job Description

At Takeda Los Angeles, our purpose is to improve the quality of life for patients around the world by providing safe, effective, reliable therapies. Each person on our team plays an important part of what we do. We care for our patients and we care about each other. We’re seeking a summer intern to drive best-in-class health and safety programs by addressing improvement efforts related to internal and third-party contractor operations.

As a Summer EH&S Intern, you will support the Environmental Health & Safety department in maintaining compliance and promoting a safe and sustainable workplace. You will collaborate with team members on projects, assist with day to day operations, and help drive continuous improvement in EHS practices.

How You Will Contribute :

Duties will include the following, under the manager's supervision :

Assist the team with maintaining and improving workplace safety and environmental practices

Support various projects related to compliance, health and safety

Help collect, organize, and analyze relevant EH&S information

Participate in ongoing efforts to enhance safety awareness and culture

Collaborate with colleagues on process improvements and daily activities

Take on other tasks and responsibilities as needed

Internship Development Opportunities :

Development opportunities for a Summer EH&S Intern include :

Gaining hands-on experience in environmental health and safety practices

Building knowledge of regulations and compliance standards

Developing analytical and problem-solving skills

Enhancing communication and teamwork abilities

Learning from experienced EH&S professionals

Exposure to sustainability initiatives and workplace improvement projects

Expanding your professional network

Job Requirements :

This internship is an onsite position; candidates must be able to work in person at our facility.

Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program in Environmental Science, Occupational Health, Safety Engineering, Technology or other related fields

Demonstrate an understanding of concepts in basic regulatory compliance, general safety programs and injury prevention requirements

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

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

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 :

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

No