2026 Summer Internship Program: U.S. Tax Summer Intern

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Job Description

The Tax Intern responsibilities will include preparation of federal and state income tax returns, assistance with a quarterly tax provision, estimated tax computations and other projects as needed.  The summer intern will have the opportunity to work with fellow tax professionals on a variety of projects in support of Takeda’s 2025 federal and state tax compliance, will be exposed to tax software and technical research and will be introduced to cross line of service business partners.

How You Will Contribute:

The tax intern will have the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of federal and state corporate income tax compliance through the following:

• Utilization of Onesource income tax software, SAP, Excel, Alteryx, and Power BI.

• Analysis of components of taxable income, including book and tax accounting.

• Preparation of federal and state income tax returns.

• Preparation of quarterly estimated tax computations.

• Assisting with the preparation of the Q1 tax provision.

• Teaming on special projects as required.

Candidates will have the opportunity to interact with colleagues across various business units within Takeda, external service providers, as well as with some of our global tax team members.

Job Requirements:

• This position will be Hybrid and require 2-3 days in the Exton office per week.

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Accounting (Pursuing a Master’s in Accounting is preferred).  

• Maintaining a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.

• Demonstrate an understanding of basic accounting concepts.

• Able to work effectively both on a team and independently.

• Have strong analytical and communication skill.

• Enthusiastic and willing to learn.

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 

For Location:

Exton, PA

U.S. Hourly Wage Range:

$21.00 - $46.00

EEO Statement

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Locations

Exton, PA

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Paid Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee)

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt

No