2026 Summer Intern PhD Student - Engineering/Computational Scientist for Drug Product Development

Job description

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. Take your career farther than you thought possible.

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Position Summary This intern position is within the Drug Product Development (DPD) department. DPD develops novel formulation, processes, and medical devices to enable drug products at clinical and commercial stages. This role offers a unique opportunity to leverage state-of-the-art predictive modeling and data science techniques to advance the science of drug development, contributing directly to improving patient lives. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, using data analytics, AI/ML models, and computational techniques to drive insights and innovation across therapeutic areas. We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated and self-driven, have demonstrated innovative problem-solving ability and the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment. We are asking for experience in one or more of: computational modeling (e.g., fluid dynamics, discrete element modeling, or other similar techniques), machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) applied to large datasets, pharmaceutical unit operations for parenteral or oral solid dosage forms, or medical device applications.

Summer interns will work with mentors for ~10 weeks on a guided research project within a PD Project Team. The program is organized to ensure that interns gain valuable industry and functional experience, work on challenging assignments, learn about BMS and meet diverse company representatives.

Program Dates:  Monday, June 22, 2026 - Friday, September 11, 2026. Applications are currently being accepted and may be selected on a rolling basis. Those selected will be notified no later than February 2026. Position is in New Brunswick, NJ.

The starting hourly compensation for this assignment is $43.00/hr. Please note that the final individual compensation and any applicable benefits will be determined by your employer of record (and not BMS). Factors influencing this decision may include the characteristics of the assignment, such as demonstrated experience, required skill, and the geographic location of the job. Compensation details are subject to change. Interns that will be in-person and reside more than 50 miles away from the work location are eligible for a travel or housing stipend.

The program will feature:

- An orientation, including an overview of company structure, products and brands

- An introduction to the GPS and PD organizations

- Exposure to senior management and business leaders

- Formal presentation at the end of your internship

- Regular discussion of project progress with multiple mentors

- Formal review and feedback sessions

Key Responsibilities   The intern will have the opportunity to contribute to one or more of the following areas, depending on their experience and interests:

- Contribute to drug product development projects by designing and implementing computational models that analyze the effects of process variables and material properties on product attributes.

- Apply machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) techniques to large datasets, driving insights for decision-making and mitigating product-related risks.

- Develop and test predictive models that enhance our understanding of key pharmaceutical unit operations for both oral solid and parenteral dosage forms, including drug delivery devices.

- Collaborate with formulation, process development, and device engineering teams to improve product performance through data-driven insights.

- Communicate and present results at internal forums. Present scientific results to a diverse audience through data analysis and visualizations.

Qualifications & Experience

- Candidates must be currently enrolled in an accredited university program seeking a Ph.D. in engineering, materials science, computational sciences, or a related quantitative discipline.

- Candidates are expected to graduate between Fall 2026 and end of 2027.

- Must include GPA on resume (program requires GPA of 3.0 or greater) and a summary of their current research, not exceeding two pages, for consideration.

- Demonstrated experience in computational modeling and/or data science, applied to engineering or pharmaceutical challenges.

- Experience in one or more programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, R, or similar, with an emphasis on data analysis and modeling is preferred.

- Experience developing and/or implementing test methods to produce data inputs for computational modeling is preferred.

- Knowledge of drug product development processes and pharmaceutical unit operations and/or medical devices is preferred.

- Strong communication skills, with the ability to present technical information to both scientific and non-technical audiences.

- Ability to solve problems independently with minimal guidance.

- Must be able to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment, demonstrating strong interpersonal and communication skills.

- 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 now or in the future.

This is a temporary, time-bound position intended for the duration of the internship or co-op program. Employment in this role does not imply or guarantee ongoing or permanent employment with BMS. 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.

Compensation Overview:

The starting compensation range(s) for this role are listed above for a full-time employee (FTE) basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility) may be available. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills, where the job is performed, the employee’s work schedule, job-related knowledge, and experience. Final, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience.

Eligibility for specific benefits listed on our careers site may vary based on the job and location. For more on benefits, please visit https://careers.bms.com/life-at-bms/.   Benefit offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans in effect at the time and may require enrollment. Our benefits include:

- Health Coverage: Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.

- Wellbeing Support: Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).

- Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.

​ Work-life benefits include: Paid Time Off

- US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees)

- Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays

Based on eligibility*, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.

All global employees full and part-time who are actively employed at and paid directly by BMS at the end of the calendar year are eligible to take advantage of the Global Shutdown.

*Eligibility Disclosure: T he summer hours program is for United States (U.S.) office-based employees due to the unique nature of their work. Summer hours are generally not available for field sales and manufacturing operations and may also be limited for the capability centers. Employees in remote-by-design or lab-based roles may be eligible for summer hours, depending on the nature of their work, and should discuss eligibility with their manager. Employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement should consult that document to determine if they are eligible. Contractors, leased workers and other service providers are not eligible to participate in the program.

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 a supportive culture, promoting global participation 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 BMS has an occupancy structure that determines where an employee is require