At Bristol Myers Squibb, we are inspired by a single vision – transforming patients’ lives through science. In oncology, hematology, immunology and cardiovascular disease – and one of the most diverse and promising pipelines in the industry – each of our passionate colleagues contribute to innovations that drive meaningful change. We bring a human touch to every treatment we pioneer. Join us and make a difference.

The Strategy & Business Development internship program helps to identify potential future leaders for Bristol-Myers Squibb. Each intern will focus on a specific project and will receive exposure to one of our many functional groups. The program ensures associates gain valuable industry and functional experience, contribute meaningfully to teams through challenging assignments, learning opportunities, and networking with executives and other employees across the company.  Interns gain experience in the development of global alliances, which they will use to make recommendations with real business impact.

PROJECTS #1 & 2:

The GLOBAL ALLIANCE MANAGEMENT Summer Intern provides current students with an opportunity to gain knowledge of and experience in the Alliance Management space, while developing strategic alliance skillsets and business acumen.

PROJECT #3:

The BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT Summer Intern will work with the Cardiovascular, Fibrosis, Immunology, Neuroscience (CFIN) Business Development team to support key BD processes (triage/evaluation) related to CFIN opportunities across drug discovery, development, supply chain and commercial – experience in one or more of these functions would be very desirable. Students will gain a foundational knowledge of business development processes at BMS.

PROJECT #4:

The STRATEGY & OPERATIONS SUMMER Intern will help to project manage one of the 18 strategic initiatives related to achieving the Strategy & Business Development vision and mission. The student will have the opportunity to make an impact across the entire organization while developing the ability to improve long standing sustainable processes.

This Strategy & Business Development internship program helps to identify potential future leaders for Bristol-Myers Squibb. Each intern will focus on a specific project and will receive exposure to one of our many functional groups. The program ensures associates gain valuable industry and functional experience, contribute meaningfully to teams through challenging assignments, learning opportunities, and networking with executives and other employees across the company.  Interns gain experience in the development of global alliances, which they will use to make recommendations with real business impact. 

PROGRAM BENEFITS:

Our internship program offers accelerated career development opportunities, exposure to various business units and senior leaders, and hands-on experience and skill development which will prepare the intern for a career in alliance management and pharmaceutical business development.

Students participating in this program will gain an understanding of alliance management, partnership structures, how to collaborations operate important collaboration in the research, early development and commercialization space while developing skills and business acumen as it relates to in-depth project/deal planning, and execution. Interns will be expected to lead or take ownership over one or more individual projects and provide deliverables at the end of the program and summarize project outputs for the alliance group.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Must be highly motivated and have a strong passion for healthcare and pharmaceuticals

• Must be currently pursuing a bachelor's or master’s degree in a scientific field, engineering, business, public health, finance, supply chain, STEM, human resources or a doctorate degree in Pharmacy

• Must be available to work full-time for up to (10) consecutive weeks beginning in May or June of 2022

• The ability to draw conclusions from complex situations, then recommend and execute a course of action in both a timely and decisive manner

• Demonstrated leadership experience either through professional work or in a student, community, or professional organization

• Demonstrate an ability to organize and present ideas in a convincing and compelling manner to a small or large audience

• The ability to work autonomously in small or large teams, many of which are matrixed teams requiring strong partnership skills

• Diverse thinking with innovative ideas and new approaches to maximize opportunities

• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong knowledge of MS office suite, including SharePoint

Around the world, we are passionate about making an impact on the lives of patients with serious diseases. Empowered to apply our individual talents and diverse perspectives in an inclusive culture, our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives.

Bristol Myers Squibb is a leading global biopharma company focused on discovering, developing and delivering innovative medicines for patients with serious diseases in areas including oncology, hematology, immunology, cardiovascular, fibrosis and neuroscience. Our employees work every day to transform patients’ lives through science.