Bioinformatics Software Development Internship - Summer 2024

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Job Description
At Takeda, we strive to create an exceptional people experience for patients, communities, partners, and employees. As a patient-focused, values-based, R&D-driven global biopharmaceutical company, we know our decisions and actions affect people's lives. We look to our values of Takeda-ism, which incorporates Integrity, Fairness, Honesty and Perseverance, and Patient-Trust-Reputation-Business as a guide in our decision-making process to ensure we do what's right - for our patients, our people and society.
Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey with Takeda? Our paid 10-12-week summer internship program is designed to immerse you in a dynamic learning environment, featuring a blend of developmental and social activities.
As a Takeda intern, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to impactful projects that play a crucial role in shaping both our business and the well-being of patients. This experience will not only allow you to apply your technical and business knowledge but also empower you to showcase your analytical strength and creative problem-solving skills.
Seize this chance to gain hands-on experience, expand your skill set, and make a meaningful impact on the healthcare industry. We invite you to be a part of our innovative and collaborative team, where your contributions matter.
For more information about Takeda, please visit www.takeda.com.
Please note that Takeda does not provide intern housing or a housing stipend.
Project Outline:
The Bioinformatics Software development intern will support full-stack development of interactive web applications for applications including but not limited to sequence feature visualizations and annotation of biological data. The intern will be responsible for evaluating the requirements from the users, designing, and implementing a web application for dynamically visualizing sequence features. The intern will also conduct thorough testing and debugging to ensure the quality and reliability of the application.
How you will contribute:

• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal communication and writing skills.
• Deadline-driven with an elevated level of organizational and planning skills.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, problem solving and conceptual skills.
• Proven record of accomplishment of teamwork, adaptability, innovation, initiative, and integrity.
• Global mindset to grow in a diverse work environment.

Requirements / Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of software design patterns and principles.
• Undergraduate/MS/PhD students in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, or related field with hands-on experience in full stack web development, with completion of a minimum of one year of university studies.
• Proficient with Python, React, Javascript/Typescript, HTML and CSS
• Proficient with MySQL
• Proficient developing in teams using Git/GitHub or other source code control systems
• Experience in RESTful programming, designing RESTful APIs, deploying web services, and configuring web servers (e.g., Apache, NGINX)
• Experience with Linux container engines and container orchestration systems (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) preferred.
• Experience with cloud computing a plus
• Currently authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Takeda does not provide sponsorship for internship positions.
• Available to work full-time (40 hours per week), within the core business hours of 8:00am - 5:00pm, for 10-12 weeks during the summer months.
• Must be enrolled in school the semester following your internship with Takeda.
• Please note that Takeda does not provide intern housing or a housing stipend.

The hourly pay rate range is $20.00 per hour - $46.00 per hour. The final pay rate offered for this internship may consider several factors including, but not limited to, location, skills, education, and experience.
EEO Statement
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Locations
Cambridge, MA
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Paid Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee)
Time Type
Full time