US Region Real Estate & Facilities Co-op

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick time

Civic Duty paid time off

Volunteer events

On-site fitness center

Commuter Benefit

Job summary

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co. is seeking a US Region Real Estate & Facilities Co-op in the Boston/Cambridge area for a six‑month term.

The role offers a hybrid schedule (1–3 days per week in the office) and hands‑on exposure to corporate real estate, facilities management, workplace strategy, and business analytics in a fast‑paced life sciences environment. You will support lease administration, portfolio management, data quality, and dashboard reporting while collaborating with stakeholders and

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in business, real estate, facilities management, engineering, or related field.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Power BI; hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Support real estate planning, lease administration, and portfolio management.
• Assist facilities operations with service delivery and employee experience initiatives.
• Help maintain real estate, occupancy, and workplace data across systems.
• Analyze data and develop reports, dashboards, and presentations.
• Participate in workplace strategy projects focused on space utilization and occupancy planning.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external service providers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Excel

Power BI

Microsoft 365

Collaboration

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor’s degree candidate

Tools

Power BI

Microsoft 365

Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

The US Region Real Estate & Facilities team supports the company by managing workplace operations, employee experience, real estate portfolio activities, facilities services, and workplace data across the US portfolio. The team partners with business stakeholders and external service providers to deliver safe, effective, and engaging workplaces while supporting informed real estate and operational decisions.

Role Overview

The US Region Real Estate & Facilities Co-op will support projects that enhance workplace operations, employee experience, real estate portfolio management, and data quality. This six-month assignment provides hands‑on exposure to corporate real estate, facilities management, workplace strategy, and business analytics within a fast-paced life sciences environment.

How You Will Contribute

As a US Region Real Estate & Facilities Co-op, you will have the opportunity to:

• Support real estate planning, lease administration, and portfolio management activities.
• Assist facilities operations teams with service delivery, workplace projects, and employee experience initiatives.
• Help maintain and improve the quality of real estate, occupancy, and workplace data across multiple systems.
• Analyze data and develop reports, dashboards, and presentations to support business decision-making.
• Participate in workplace strategy projects focused on space utilization, occupancy planning, and colleague engagement.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external service providers on operational and strategic initiatives.

Co-op Development Opportunities

• Gain practical experience in corporate real estate, facilities operations, workplace strategy, and portfolio management.
• Develop skills in data analysis, data quality, dashboard creation, reporting, and business presentations.
• Build an understanding of space utilization, occupancy planning, lease administration, and employee experience.
• Strengthen communication and collaboration skills by working with internal stakeholders and external service providers.
• Learn to manage deliverables, priorities, and follow‑up actions in a fast‑paced, matrixed life sciences organization.

Job Requirements

• This is a six‑month co‑op assignment supporting the US Region Real Estate & Facilities team.
• This position will be hybrid (1-3 days per week in the office) based in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in business, real estate, facilities management, engineering, architecture, data analytics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with careful attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and Microsoft 365 tools is preferred.
• Interest in corporate real estate, facilities management, workplace experience, and data‑driven decision‑making.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional stakeholders and manage multiple assignments with appropriate guidance.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and comfort collaborating with cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Curiosity, initiative, and the ability to manage multiple assignments with appropriate guidance.

Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary

We understand compensation may be an important factor as you consider an internship opportunity. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.

For Location

Boston, MA

U.S. Hourly Wage Range

$21.00 - $46.00

The estimated hourly range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual hourly wage offered will depend on the candidate’s school year/level to be entered following completion of internship. The actual hourly wage offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

U.S. internship benefits vary by location and may include:

• Paid sick time
• Civic Duty paid time off
• Participation at company volunteer events
• Participation at company sponsored special events
• Access to on‑site fitness center (where available)
• Commuter Benefit: To offset your work‑commute expenses, Takeda provides U.S. employees with a fixed monthly subsidy to be used for either public transportation (transit) or parking.

EEO Statement

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, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.

Locations

Boston, MA

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub‑Type

Paid Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee)

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt

NoIt is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.