Working with Us
Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren’t words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You’ll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams rich in diversity. Take your career farther than you thought possible.
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. Read more: careers.bms.com/working-with-us.
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 contributes to innovations that drive meaningful change. We bring a human touch to every treatment we pioneer. Join us and make a difference.
Position Summary
The Summer Internship Program within Translational Sciences & Diagnostics, Lab Planning and Execution offers students the opportunity to gain experience in our laboratory environments while working with multi-discipline teams on multi-discipline projects. The Summer intern will perform a wide range of tasks from simple to complex, learn and apply a combination of instrumental processes and workflows which allow better efficiency and quality oversight of laboratory tasks.
The Summer intern will learn of the essentials of laboratory compliance standards (i.e., GLP, GCP, ISO 13485, CLIA and CAP requirements). The Summer intern will experience audit preparation and planning, while also learning the basics of different laboratory workflows and biomarker assays using various lab equipment. The Summer Intern will also have the opportunity to apply their academic background and skills to improve various processes and workflows.
By the end of the internship, the student will acquire knowledge of basic laboratory operations, planning, and compliance, that can be applied to the development and quality oversight of any scientific laboratory. .
Key Responsibilities
- Work with Translational Sciences laboratory staff and the Lab Planning and Execution team to manage CLIA/CAP laboratory operations to meet local and global compliance quality standards.
- Support the maintenance of laboratory equipment to meet quality standards; assisting with the organization and coordination of vendors and service personnel.
- Support the maintenance of inventories and supplies to meet the needs of the lab; managing existing inventories, disposing of expired product, planning future needs, ordering, receiving, and restocking of supplies.
- Assists with lab space planning and coordination of facilities work orders for any required lab setup, moves, and maintenance.
- Support the planning and preparation of laboratory audits and inspections.
- Proactively drive safety and GxP compliance, ensure quality support resolutions and maintain site & safety protocols.
Qualifications & Experience
Undergraduate (entering Junior year or above in the Fall of 2023) with 1-2 years of relevant lab experience in biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics biophysics, or another science-related field.
- Base understanding of laboratory processes and applications. Advanced knowledge and skill in MS Office is preferred.
- Ability to adapt and gain new technical skills for a continual and rapidly changing environment. Must present a professional and positive service-oriented disposition.
- The successful candidate will be self-motivating, have good interpersonal and communication skills, be able to multi-task, be highly organized, have a strong desire to succeed in a multifunctional team setting, proven ability to meet goals working in a group of peers, and proven innovative thinking.
The starting compensation for this job is a range from $27.00 - $29.00/hour. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills and the geographic location where work is performed. Final, individual compensation is decided commensurate with demonstrated experience and education level.
Why You Should Apply
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
BMSEC BMSINTERN BMSCO-OP
If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.
Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers
With a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science™ ”, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in an inclusive culture, promoting diversity in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.
On-site Protocol
Physical presence at the BMS worksite or physical presence in the field is a necessary job function of this role, which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and it enhances the Company culture.
BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to [email protected]. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.
BMS cares about your well-being and the well-being of our staff, customers, patients, and communities. As a result, the Company strongly recommends that all employees be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and keep up to date with Covid-19 boosters.
BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.
Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.
