Summer Intern - Cybersecurity

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  .

Join the Cybersecurity team for a paid summer internship focused on cybersecurity, risk management, compliance, security operations, and technology program support. You'll gain hands‑on experience helping protect systems, data, and business operations while working alongside professionals across multiple information security disciplines. This opportunity is ideal for students interested in cybersecurity, information technology, computer science, engineering, or risk management. This is a hybrid role based in Princeton, NJ requiring 2 days on‑site per week.

• Support information security initiatives that help protect company systems, infrastructure, and data.
• Assist with security monitoring, incident response, and cybersecurity operations activities.
• Participate in IT compliance and risk assessment activities to support governance and control processes.
• Partner with team members to review IT controls and collaborate with business stakeholders on security-related initiatives.
• Support the development of information security policies, standards, and implementation plans.
• Create dashboards, reporting tools, and communications that help track team objectives and educate employees about information security.
• Contribute to knowledge‑sharing and continuous improvement initiatives across the Information Security organization.

• Rising sophomore, junior, or senior pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, Network Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field.
• Interest in cybersecurity, risk management, governance, compliance, security operations, or technology program management.
• Familiarity with risk assessment concepts and cybersecurity principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, and One Drive.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated leadership through coursework, student organizations, athletics, volunteer experiences, or previous internships is a plus.
• Positive attitude, curiosity, and willingness to learn in a fast‑paced environment.

• Available to work for the full internship period from May 25, 2027 through August 20, 2027.
• Able to work a hybrid schedule and commute to the Princeton, NJ office as required.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a permanent and ongoing basis without…