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HR Intern

Zurich, Canton of Zurich
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At Takeda, we are guided by our purpose of creating better health for people and a brighter future for the world. Every corporate function plays a role in making sure we — as a Takeda team — can discover and deliver life-transforming treatments, guided by our commitment to patients, our people and the planet.

People join Takeda because they share in our purpose. And they stay because we’re committed to an inclusive, safe and empowering work environment that offers exceptional experiences and opportunities for everyone to pursue their own ambitions.

Job ID R0157969 Date posted 07/17/2025 Location Zurich, Canton of Zurich

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Job Description

HR Intern (80-100%)

About the Role

Are you eager to gain hands-on experience in a collaborative, international environment and delve into the exciting work in a world-class pharmaceutical company committed to lifelong learning? Do you wish to contribute to our vision of Better Health for People, Brighter Future for the World?

As an intern at Takeda in Zurich, you will have the opportunity to tackle real-world business challenges, build valuable connections, engage in many events and activities and receive guidance from experienced mentors as you develop your skills and advance your professional career.

Project Outline:

·You will be working in our international and friendly HR Team

·You will support major projects and tasks dealing with the digitalization and optimization of HR toolkits, guidelines and internal knowledge management system. For instance, you will support the HR team with Employee Relation Case Management, Employee Experience Survey Analysis, Employee Relations Analytics Standardization, Digital Enhancement and New Joiner Orientation.

·The earliest start date for the internship will be August 2025 with an anticipated length of9months

What you bring to Takeda:

·Curiosity and collaboration skills will ensure you effectively handle your projects and make a valuable impact

·Active enrollment at a university or a university of applied sciences or a recent graduate (within the last 12 months) in HR or business

·Using appropriate communication, you will provide updates and reports on your activities, essential for steering your work and integrating into the team 

·Must be authorized to work in Switzerland without the need for additional immigration sponsorship, housing allowance or relocation requirements 

·Good analytical and critical thinking skills

·Effective communication and collaboration abilities in a multicultural environment

·Proficiency in English is a must, French language as a plus

·Previous experience in digital transformation or optimization initiatives in HR is a plus

What you can learn:

·Learn about the exciting pharma industry and work in an international environment with colleagues from all around the globe

·We value teamwork and diversity at Takeda, so there are many opportunities for sharing ideas and observations in collaborative settings such as meetings, brainstorming sessions or simple one-on-one conversations

·Additionally, you will gain valuable experience in

oHR Digitalization and Analytics: Skills in optimizing HR processes, standardizing analytics, and using digital tools for Employee Relations and Employee Experience initiatives.

oProject and Knowledge Management: Experience in managing HR projects and improving internal knowledge systems.

oCollaboration and Communication: Development of teamwork, multicultural collaboration, and effective communication with stakeholders.

More about us:

At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work.

Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

Empowering our people to shine:

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, marital status, or any other diversity characteristic.


For more information on our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, please visit https://jobs.takeda.com/diversity

Locations

Zurich, Switzerland

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Paid Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee)

Time Type

80-100%
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Success profile

What makes a successful team member within Corporate at Takeda?

  • Collaborative
  • Strategic
  • Insightful
  • Results driven
  • Goal-oriented
  • Achiever
The environment is dynamic and evolving, so you have to be adaptable.

Maciej Niedospial - Business Reporting Manager

I’m fortunate enough to work with a highly skilled, diverse and dedicated bunch of people, and for that, I’m grateful! My colleagues continue to amaze me.

Sheelagh Gartlan - Recruitment Business Partner

Takeda is a company that emphasizes diversity and inclusion. By bringing people together who have diverse backgrounds, competencies, and personalities, innovation and ideas grow.

Michelle Chen - Human Resources Manager

  • Impact across generations Partnership brings together world-leading plasma companies to focus on developing and delivering a hyperimmune immunoglobulin in the global fight against COVID-19.
  • Takeda Scoops Global Top Employers® Award Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited today announced it has become part of a select group of only 15 to receive Top Global Employer® status for 2024.

Working at Takeda

  • Inclusion

    Here, you will feel welcomed, respected, and valued as a vital contributor to our global team.
  • Collaboration

    A strong, borderless team, we strive together towards our priorities and inspiring mission.
  • Innovation

    Bold initiatives, continuous improvement, and creativity are at the heart of how we bring scientific breakthroughs from the lab to patients.
  • Top Workplace

    Recognized for our culture and way of working, we’re one of only 17 companies to receive Top Global Employer® status for 2024.
  • Work-Life

    Our people-first mission extends beyond patients to include their families, communities, and our own Takeda family.
  • Empowerment

    Through trust and respect, you will have genuine support from leaders, managers, and colleagues to do your best work.

We're Steadfast In Our Commitment to Four Key Imperatives

Patient


Responsibly translate science into highly innovative medicines and accelerate access to improve lives worldwide.

People


Create an exceptional people experience.

Planet


Protect our planet.

Data & Digital


Transform Takeda into the most trusted, data-driven, outcomes-based biopharmaceutical company.

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