2025 Summer Internship BMS Foundation

Bristol Myers Squibb

Sep 18, 2024

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Research & Development
Healthcare
Princeton

Requirements

During the 2025 Summer Internship, you must be continuously enrolled in an advanced degree program in a health-related field such as MPA, MPP, MPH, MSW, MS, or PharmD with a minimum 3.0 GPA
Students graduating Spring 2025 or earlier are not eligible
Knowledge/interest in Oncology, Public Health, Public Policy, or Social Impact
Knowledge/interest in implementation science, health systems strengthening, operational and outcomes research
Strong interest in health equity and improving health outcomes
Candidates must be a US citizen, have a lawful permanent resident of the US or otherwise authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

Assisting in the development of plans, projects, and collaborative partnerships that advance the Foundation's philanthropic goals.
Conduct research to provide intelligence and input to assist the development of strategic grant-making and signature programs.
Assist the Program Manager with grant making by reviewing and weighing in on proposals for funding, assisting with grant management by reviewing bi-annual program progress and expenditure reports, and participating in follow-up calls with grantees after report review.
Support communications for productive engagement with key members of BMS Immuno-oncology leadership, government affairs, corporate responsibility teams, and employees.
Develop opportunities to engage employees in Foundation programs and communicate the value of the Foundation to the business.
Support the building and maintenance of effective partnerships with key non-profits, government agencies, fellow funders, policy makers and leaders from academia who are engaged in delivering healthcare solutions to underserved populations.
Supporting effective grant making including comprehensive due diligence, ongoing monitoring and comprehensive measurement of the impact of our philanthropic investments.
Participate in project management across the range of program components in order to ensure optimal operation, impact and sustainability/legacy of corporate philanthropy initiatives and partnerships.
Draft senior-level briefings and ongoing reporting and analysis on program progress to continue to engage internal and external stakeholders.
Draft materials for Foundation board meetings.
Support communications of the innovations and impact of Foundation programs via PowerPoint presentations, written articles, social media postings etc.
Develop and execute Social Media strategy for grant programs.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Summer Internship?

The Summer Internship will run from June 2 to August 8, 2025.

Is the internship position remote or in-person?

The internship is a 50% hybrid role, requiring some in-person work in the Princeton, NJ area.

What qualifications are required for the internship?

Applicants must be continuously enrolled in an advanced degree program in a health-related field with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and must not be graduating before Spring 2025.

What areas of study are preferred for candidates applying to this internship?

Preferred areas of study include MPA, MPP, MPH, MSW, MS, or PharmD, along with knowledge or interest in Oncology, Public Health, Public Policy, or Social Impact.

Are international students eligible to apply for this internship?

Candidates must be US citizens, lawful permanent residents, or otherwise authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

What are the main responsibilities of the intern?

The intern will support the Foundation Team in managing the US Adult Cancers Pillar, assist with grant making, conduct research, engage stakeholders, and develop communications related to the Foundation's programs.

Is there an opportunity for hands-on experience in project management?

Yes, the intern will participate in project management across various program components to ensure optimal operation, impact, and sustainability of initiatives.

Will the intern be involved in drafting materials for presentations and reports?

Yes, the intern will draft senior-level briefings, materials for Foundation board meetings, and support communications regarding the innovations and impact of Foundation programs.

Does Bristol Myers Squibb provide any support for employees with disabilities?

Yes, BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, workplace accommodations, and ongoing support.

What is Bristol Myers Squibb's commitment regarding COVID-19 vaccination?

The Company strongly recommends that all employees be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and keep up to date with COVID-19 boosters.

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At Bristol Myers Squibb, we work every day to transform patients’ lives through science. That work inspires some of the most interesting, meaningful, and life-changing careers you’ll experience. Join us and pursue innovative ideas alongside some of the brightest minds in biopharma, collaborating with a team rich in diversity of experiences, and perspectives. We have built a sustainable pipeline of potential therapies and are leveraging translational medicine and data analytics to understand how we can deliver the right medicine to the right patient, at the right time, to achieve the best outcome. Whether in a scientific, business or supporting function, a career at BMS means you’ll be inspired every day to grow and thrive through opportunities that are uncommon in scale and scope. Here, you’ll be on the cutting edge of powerful innovation in oncology, hematology, immunology, cardiovascular disease, and fibrosis, with colleagues united in the mission to help patients. Through the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation, we also promote health equity and seek to improve health outcomes of populations disproportionately affected by serious diseases and conditions. Our mission is to give new hope to help patients prevail over serious disease – it drives everything we do.