2026 U.S Summer Internship Program: US Health Economics and Outcomes Research Summer Intern

Role Summary

2026 U.S Summer Internship Program: US Health Economics and Outcomes Research Summer Intern

Responsibilities

• Research and Analysis: Conduct target literature search to inform HEOR study rationale, development/refinement of research question(s), propose study ideas and methodology; Independently or collaborate with Takeda analytical teams and conduct analyses using in-house claims/EMR databases
• Health Economics: Assist in developing a value framework to assess holistic values of pipelines
• Communication and General Support: Assist in developing materials such as slide decks to communicate research findings; Help manage project timelines and deliverables
• Other Key Responsibilities: Understand why the research is being conducted and how the results will be applied to asset development; participate in cross-functional meetings, collaborations between medical and commercial teams, meetings with US and global partners, and project work interactions with vendors; opportunities to understand the role of medical affairs and health economics and outcomes research in drug development from a US perspective
• Internship development opportunities: Gain real-world research experience and contribute to the launch of pipeline assets; Develop understanding of payer strategy and engagement in pre-launch setting; Gain exposure to US medical affairs organization and cross-functional environment

Qualifications

• Current Graduate/PhD student with at least one year of university studies prior to starting the internship
• Preferred majors Epidemiology, Health Economics, Health Science Research, and other research-related majors
• Preference for candidates with a demonstrated understanding of the US healthcare system and the US payer landscape
• Deadline-driven with a high level of organizational and planning skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work well in teams, effectively manage projects, and present ideas clearly and concisely
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• This is a remote position

Education

• 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

Additional Requirements

• The internship program is 10-12 weeks depending on the start dates
• 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