US Region Real Estate & Facilities Co-op
Takeda
About the Role
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
- 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.
Compensation and Benefits
- U.S. Hourly Wage Range: $21.00 - $46.00
- Hourly wage offered will depend on the candidate’s school year/level and in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements.
- 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 (fixed monthly subsidy for public transportation or parking)