Global Internal Audit Intern at Daiichi Sankyo

Join a Legacy of Innovation 125 Years and Counting!

Daiichi Sankyo Group is dedicated to the creation and supply of innovative pharmaceutical therapies to improve standards of care and address diversified, unmet medical needs of people globally by leveraging our world-class science and technology. With more than 125 years of scientific expertise and a presence in more than 20 countries, Daiichi Sankyo and its 18,000 employees around the world draw upon a rich legacy of innovation and a robust pipeline of promising new medicines to help people. In addition to a strong portfolio of medicines for cardiovascular diseases, under the Group’s 2025 Vision to become a “Global Pharma Innovator with Competitive Advantage in Oncology,” Daiichi Sankyo is primarily focused on providing novel therapies in oncology, as well as other research areas centered around rare diseases and immune disorders.

We are currently seeking a Global Internal Audit Intern for the year (June 2025 – May 2026). This part time position works for approximately 20 hours per week.

Responsibilities: 

Assist with the execution of the annual audit plan and JSOX testing as directed by the leader of Internal Audit which consists of:

• Executing of Financial, Operational, Compliance and Process audits with a focus on value-added recommendations that improve business effectiveness and the control environment and includes timely completion of workpapers and documentation of audit findings.
• Assisting in the completion of all regulatory compliance activities such as JSOX testing (Japan’s equivalent to US Sarbanes Oxley Act or SOX) for both DSI and ARI
• Supporting the Internal Audit team as needed with special projects, assignments, and analyses.

Qualifications: Successful candidates will be able to meet the qualifications below with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Education/Experience:

• Experience in corporate environment
• Pharmaceutical experience is a plus

Qualified candidates must currently be enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program with a concentration in Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Information Systems or related field. Prior experience in a corporate business environment is preferred; experience in the pharmaceutical industry is a plus.

Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.