2027 Summer Intern, Research & Development Quality

At Bristol Myers Squibb, our employees often ask, “Who are you working for?”—a question that fuels collaboration, accountability, and urgency in our work. Our purpose-driven culture inspires us to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines to prevail over serious diseases. We offer uniquely interesting and meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and a supportive environment that values inclusion, wellbeing, flexibility, and comprehensive benefits. This is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it.

Position Summary

Research & Development Quality (RDQ) is an end-to-end Quality Assurance and oversight organization that supports the Bristol Myers Squibb pipeline from discovery through lifecycle management. RDQ provides independent oversight, auditing, compliance, risk management, and quality expertise across nonclinical, clinical, product development, device, pharmacovigilance, and third-party/vendor oversight activities to ensure regulatory compliance, data integrity, patient safety, and inspection readiness. RDQ also advances the R&D Quality framework through innovative capabilities that enhance data-driven decision-making, strengthen risk-based approaches, accelerate continuous improvement, drive operational excellence, and enable quality transformation across the organization.

We are seeking a self-motivated and enthusiastic student who is eager to bring fresh perspectives to our organization while gaining hands-on experience in the pharmaceutical industry. The ideal candidate will contribute innovative ideas that can help advance quality, efficiency, and operational excellence across RDQ. The Intern will be responsible for project-based work that addresses real business needs and strategic priorities within RDQ. These projects may focus on process improvements, data analysis, quality systems, operational excellence, digital capabilities, or other initiatives that contribute to the continuous advancement of the organization. In return, the Intern will gain valuable exposure to quality oversight, auditing, compliance, and risk management throughout the drug development lifecycle.

The intern will work closely with experienced professionals and mentors to hone their skills, expand their understanding of quality and compliance practices, and build a strong professional network across the organization. Applications are currently being accepted and may be selected on a rolling basis.

Program Dates:  Monday June 7, 2027 - Friday, August 13, 2027.

Location: New Brunswick, NJ and Princeton/Lawrenceville, NJ area.

RDQ Department responsibilities:

- GxP Quality Audit : Provides independent audit oversight and risk-based assurance across regulated activities to evaluate compliance and promote inspection readiness.

- GxP Center of Excellence : Provides centralized expertise in inspections, vendor quality, device quality, governance, quality management systems (QMS), and quality systems oversight.

- Development Quality : Delivers quality oversight and compliance support across the product development lifecycle, from early development through lifecycle management.

- Research Quality : Ensures quality and compliance across research and non-clinical activities, supporting scientific innovation and development.

- Product Development Quality : Provides oversight of analytical development, manufacturing, testing and distribution of clinical supplies (investigational products) including drug substance and drug product batch disposition, support product certification and release activities, and audits of internal GMP systems/processes and suppliers/third party contractors.

- Intelligence & Transformation Quality: Drives the development and adoption of innovative capabilities that strengthen the R&D Quality framework. Advances data-driven quality through analytics, automation, digital solutions, and emerging technologies to accelerate continuous improvement, operational excellence, and quality transformation across RDQ.

Key Responsibilities

- Support quality oversight, auditing, compliance, and risk management activities across the R&D Quality organization.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on quality systems, vendor oversight, inspection readiness, and compliance initiatives.

- Assist in the development and enhancement of audit risk assessment tools, templates, metrics, and reporting.

- Participate in project-based work that addresses business needs and strategic priorities within RDQ.

- Provide project management support, including proof-of-concept activities and process design and improvement efforts.

- Explore innovative solutions, digital capabilities, and process improvements to enhance quality operations and drive operational excellence.

- Research and present future-focused advancements and emerging trends relevant to R&D Quality.

- Present project outcomes, insights, and recommendations to leadership.

- Work closely with mentors and experienced professionals to develop technical, business, and leadership skills.

- Actively participate in networking, mentoring, and professional development opportunities across the organization.

Qualifications & Experience

- Students graduating before December 2027 are NOT ELIGIBLE. Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited university program following the completion of the 2027 Summer Internship Program.

- All candidates must be authorized to work in the US both at the time of hire and for the duration of their employment. Please note that immigration or visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

- Candidates must be currently enrolled in an accredited university program pursuing an undergraduate, master's, or doctoral degree in Data Science, Statistics, Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, or Health Sciences.

- Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher and include GPA on resume for consideration.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, knowledge of digital tools and technologies, and an interest in exploring innovative solutions that support quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.

- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate in a team environment and work across diverse functions.

- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, with an interest in quality, compliance, risk management, and continuous improvement.

- Self-motivated and adaptable, with a willingness to learn and contribute in a complex and evolving business environment.

We hire for skills and capabilities, not just credentials – if this role excites you, but doesn’t perfectly match your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway.

Compensation Overview:
$26 - $45/hr

Pay for this internship/co‑op position is provided in accordance with local market practices and applicable laws. Pay may be offered as an hourly rate and/or monthly stipend, or other locally compliant structure. Pay is determined based on objective factors such as academic level, relevant experience, skills, and work location.

Interns and co‑op participants may be eligible for limited benefits depending on program structure, work location, and local requirements. Eligibility and offerings are governed by applicable policies and employment regulations.

This is a temporary, time‑bound position intended for the duration of the internship or co‑op program and does not guarantee continued or permanent employment following program completion.

How We Work

Where you work matters – because collaboration, innovation and patient impact happen in many settings. Our roles are structured across four work models: site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design. The model assigned to this role is based on its core responsibilities. Learn more at https://careers.bms.com/ways-of-working.

Supporting People with Disabilities

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.

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