2026 Summer Internship Program: Community Engagement Intern

Role Summary

Community Engagement Intern supporting Takeda’s U.S. CSR & Philanthropy and Public Affairs teams with volunteerism, philanthropic initiatives, and internal communications to connect employees with community programs. Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in corporate social responsibility and exposure to related areas within Takeda’s U.S. Public Affairs organization.

Responsibilities

• Support volunteerism efforts through project coordination, employee communications, and logistical planning for on-site and off-site activities.
• Develop internal and external communications to promote employee engagement and philanthropic initiatives across multiple channels.
• Administer the volunteerism and giving platform to manage matching gifts, volunteer time submissions, and project registrations, and track participation metrics.
• Attend meetings with nonprofit partners to observe program updates and learn about community impact.
• Participate in internal team meetings and events.
• Lead or assist with ad hoc projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Hybrid position based at Takeda's Cambridge, MA location (Kendall Square).
• Must be pursuing a Bachelor's degree in CSR, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Political Science, or related social sciences.
• Strong organizational, planning, and deadline-driven skills; analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, able to work independently and in teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Education

• Bachelor‚Äôs degree in progress in relevant field (as specified above).

Additional Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Enrollment in a degree program graduating December 2026 or later.
• Internship is 10‚Äì12 weeks with two possible start dates; commitment to one of the time frames and full-time hours (40/week).
• No housing stipend or relocation support provided.