Job Description
At Eisai, satisfying unmet medical needs and increasing the benefits healthcare provides to patients, their families, and caregivers is Eisai's human health care (hhc) mission. We're a growing pharmaceutical company that is breaking through in neurology and oncology, with a strong emphasis on research and development. Our history includes the development of many innovative medicines, notably the discovery of the world's most widely-used treatment for Alzheimer's disease. As we continue to expand, we are seeking highly-motivated individuals who want to work in a fast-paced environment and make a difference. If this is your profile, we want to hear from you.
The Compliance Summer Intern will support the Compliance department in key operational, strategic, and cross‑functional initiatives. This role offers a unique opportunity for a student interested in
pharmaceutical compliance, risk management, systems/process implementation, and other operational projects . The intern will gain hands‑on experience working alongside Compliance business partners while contributing to meaningful projects that support Eisai's commitment to ethical business practices and patient‑centered decision‑making.
Key Responsibilities - Support system implementation activities , including documenting business requirements, testing new system functionalities, and assisting in user acceptance testing (UAT).
- Assist with policy and training updates , including drafting content, organizing reference materials, and helping prepare communications.
- Participate in team meetings and project working sessions.
- Prepare summary reports, slide decks, and status updates for Compliance leadership.
Qualifications - Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in Business, Legal Studies, Public Health, Regulatory Affairs, Life Sciences, Healthcare Administration, or related fields .
- Demonstrated interest in compliance, healthcare/pharmaceutical regulation, or corporate ethics .
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and collaborate with team members.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); comfort learning new systems and digital tools.
What You Will Learn - How a Compliance department operates within a pharmaceutical organization.
- Key elements of healthcare laws, regulatory requirements, and industry standards that govern pharma interactions and operations.
- Best practices in governance, monitoring, training development, and risk mitigation .
- Practical experience supporting a system implementation or enhancement project .
- Real‑world insight into how Compliance business partners provide guidance to internal teams.
Why This Internship Is Unique - Direct exposure to real projects that support business needs.
- Hands‑on experience in a mission‑driven organization committed to patients and ethical conduct.
- A blend of operational work, strategic thinking, and professional development.
- A strong foundation for students interested in careers in healthcare compliance, regulatory affairs, risk management, or corporate governance .
Eisai Salary Transparency Language: The hourly rate for the Compliance Summer Intern (Hybrid - Nutley, NJ) is : $25.
Eisai is an equal opportunity employer and as such, is committed in policy and in practice to recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. Similarly, considering the need for reasonable accommodations, Eisai prohibits discrimination against persons because of disability, including disabled veterans.
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Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Summer internship, Work at office