2027 Summer Intern PhD Student - Drug Product Development Sterile Formulation

Bristol Myers Squibb•New Brunswick, NJ

About The Position

Bristol Myers Squibb’s Drug Product Development group works across the pharmaceutical development process, from discovery through commercial launch and beyond, to deliver biologic and small-molecule drug products, including sterile formulations and novel drug delivery technologies. This internship is based in New Brunswick, New Jersey, and runs from June 7, 2027, through August 13, 2027. Over approximately 10 weeks, the intern will work with a mentor on a guided research project related to sterile formulation development and novel drug delivery technologies for biologics and small molecules. The work may span liquid, lyophilized, and other advanced delivery platforms, and integrates wet-lab and dry-lab activities. Projects may include feasibility experiments with formulation and processing technologies; formulation development and screening; stability assessment; physicochemical and biophysical characterization of critical quality attributes; and process optimization. The project may also involve biopharmaceutical investigation of biologics, including structure-function relationships, degradation pathways, and stability-indicating strategies to inform formulation design and support robust, patient-friendly drug products. The program provides industry and functional experience through challenging assignments, exposure to BMS and company representatives, an orientation, introductions to GPS and PD organizations, exposure to senior management and business leaders, hands-on training and work in pharmaceutical manufacturing process areas and testing laboratories, a mentor program, formal review and feedback sessions, and a final presentation. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, with selected candidates to be notified no later than February 2027. This is a temporary, time-bound internship and does not guarantee continued or permanent employment after the program. The role requires current enrollment in an accredited university PhD program in Pharmaceutical Science, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Biotechnology, Chemical or Biomedical Engineering, or a related discipline, with expected graduation between Fall 2027 and 2028. Applicants must have a GPA of at least 3.0 and include it on their resume. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States at hire and throughout the internship; visa sponsorship is not available. Compensation is $45 per hour. Limited benefits may be available depending on program structure, work location, and local requirements.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an accredited university PhD program in Pharmaceutical Science, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related discipline.
Expected to graduate between Fall 2027 and 2028.
GPA of 3.0 or greater; GPA must be included on the resume.
Authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and for the duration of employment; visa sponsorship is unavailable.
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Ability to solve problems independently with minimal supervision.
Hands-on laboratory experience.
Sound knowledge and understanding of fundamental principles of pharmaceutical science, physical pharmacy, chemistry, stability, and/or biochemistry.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with formulation development, formulation characterization, and novel drug delivery technologies, such as LNPs, polymer-based microparticles, or ultra-high-concentration protein formulations.
Prior drug product development research experience.

Responsibilities

Complete a guided research project with a mentor related to sterile formulation development and novel drug delivery technologies for biologics and small molecules.
Conduct feasibility experiments involving formulation and processing technologies.
Support formulation development and formulation screening.
Assess stability and characterize critical quality attributes using physicochemical and biophysical methods.
Support process optimization.
Potentially investigate biologics, including structure-function relationships, degradation pathways, and stability-indicating strategies.
Participate in program training, formal review and feedback sessions, and deliver a formal presentation at the end of the internship.