2027 Summer Intern - Supply Chain, Logistics

Kyowa Kirin North America; Princeton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Kyowa Kirin North America in Princeton, NJ offers a paid Summer Internship in Supply Chain Logistics. The hybrid program requires two onsite days per week and runs May 25 to August 20, 2027.

You will partner with 3PLs, analyze costs, and support continuity and resiliency initiatives to improve product flow to patients. We seek rising sophomores, juniors, or seniors with strong analytical and communication skills, a penchant for process improvement, and the ability to juggle multiple priorities

Qualifications

• Rising sophomore, junior, or senior interested in Supply Chain Management or a related field.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Interest in logistics, operations, business analytics, or process improvement.
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple priorities.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.

Responsibilities

• Partner with third-party logistics providers (3PLs) to support service performance tracking and KPI reporting.
• Analyze logistics costs and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce total cost to serve.
• Support business continuity and supply chain resiliency initiatives that help prepare for operational disruptions.
• Evaluate and improve business processes to increase responsiveness and operational agility.
• Contribute to meaningful projects that support the flow of products to patients and improve team performance.

Skills

Analytical

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Pursuing degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Job description

Kyowa Kirin is a global specialty pharmaceutical company backed by more than 70 years of breakthrough life science innovation, dedicated to discovering and advancing treatments for diseases in which unmet need is greatest. Based in Japan with worldwide operations, we work across the continuum from drug discovery to commercialization, guided by our commitment to patients and their families.

Our research teams, located in California and around the world, are focused on developing the next generation of antibody, cell, and gene therapies, with particular emphasis on bone and mineral disorders, hemato-oncology, and rare diseases. We accelerate development through collaborations with industry, academia, patients, and healthcare providers, and since 2018 we have introduced four new therapies serving patients with progressive illnesses often in need of new therapeutic alternatives.

Our culture is grounded in our values:Commitment to Life, Integrity, Innovation, and Teamwork/Wa, and brought to life through the Kabegoe Principles, which define the behaviors and actions that guide how we work together to deliver meaningful impact for patients.

We’re proud of the progress we’ve made and mindful of the countless individuals still waiting for their own breakthroughs. A commitment to making people smile unites our efforts. Learn more at www.kkna.kyowakirin.com.

Join the Supply Chain Logistics team for a paid summer internship focused on logistics operations, cost analysis, process improvement, and supply chain resiliency. You will support initiatives that help ensure products reach patients efficiently while contributing to projects that strengthen logistics performance and strategy. This is a hybrid internship based in Princeton, NJ requiring a minimum of 2 days on site per week.

What You Will Do

• Partner with third-party logistics providers (3PLs) to support service performance tracking and KPI reporting.
• Analyze logistics costs and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce total cost to serve.
• Support business continuity and supply chain resiliency initiatives that help prepare for operational disruptions.
• Evaluate and improve business processes to increase responsiveness and operational agility.
• Contribute to meaningful projects that support the flow of products to patients and improve team performance.

What We Are Looking For

• Rising sophomore, junior, or senior interested in Supply Chain Management or a related field.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Interest in logistics, operations, business analytics, or process improvement.
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple priorities.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.

Internship Requirements

• Available to work for the full internship period from May 25 through August 20, 2027.
• Able to work a hybrid schedule with at least two days per week onsite in Princeton, NJ and live within commutable distance. (Tuesdays and Thursdays)
• Able to work in the United States on a permanent and ongoing basis without sponsorship.

Why Intern with Kyowa Kirin?

Interning at Kyowa Kirin means joining a team that values curiosity, collaboration, and continuous learning. You'll contribute to meaningful projects, receive mentorship from industry professionals, and experience a culture where every voice is welcomed and encouraged. If you're looking for an internship where you can learn, grow, and make a real impact, we'd love to meet you

The anticipated hourly rate for this position will be $21.00 to $24.00 per hour. The actual hourly rate offered for this role at commencement of employment may vary based on several factors including but not limited to relevant experience, skill set, qualifications, education (including applicable licenses and certifications, job-based knowledge, location, and other business and organizational needs.

KKNA and all of its employees have an obligation to act in accordance with the law and with integrity in all our operations and interactions.

It is the policy of Kyowa Kirin North America, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, religion, creed, color, pregnancy, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or affection preference or citizenship status or any other category protected by law.

Recruitment & Staffing Agencies

Kyowa Kirin does not accept agency resumes unless contacted directly by internal Kyowa Kirin Talent Acquisition. Please do not forward resumes to Kyowa Kirin employees or any other company location; Kyowa Kirin is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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