Global Discovery Chemistry Intern
About The Position
This undergraduate summer internship is based in Bristol Myers Squibb’s San Diego small-molecule drug discovery organization. The intern will apply organic chemistry to prepare key intermediates and investigate the scope, mechanism, and optimization of chemical transformations supporting drug discovery. The full-time internship runs from June through August 2027. Interns receive mentorship from experienced industry scientists and meet with groups across the drug discovery team. The research effort may be suitable for publication or public presentation. Bristol Myers Squibb describes its purpose-driven culture as focused on discovering, developing, and delivering innovative medicines for serious diseases. The company emphasizes collaboration, accountability, inclusion, wellbeing, flexibility, and opportunities for growth. Local candidates are preferred; relocation assistance is not available. This is a temporary, time-bound role that does not guarantee continued employment after the internship or co-op program.
Requirements
- Have completed the second or third year of college and not hold a bachelor's degree before August 2027.
- Have completed two years of college-level chemistry coursework, including Organic Chemistry I and II.
- Be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout employment, without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.
- Demonstrate motivation to learn and contribute, independent productivity, and team-based interpersonal skills.
- Show enthusiasm and curiosity about science, laboratory work, and drug discovery.
Nice To Haves
- Prior research experience in an academic or industrial setting is strongly preferred.
- Local candidates are preferred.
Responsibilities
- Prepare molecules of interest through multi-step organic synthesis.
- Isolate and purify reaction products using standard laboratory methods.
- Characterize reaction products using NMR and LCMS.
- Evaluate literature for proposed reactions and reaction routes.
- Optimize novel chemical transformations.
- Maintain an electronic lab notebook according to proper procedures.
- Participate and contribute to scientific discussions, meetings, and presentations.
- Contribute to a research effort that may be amenable to publication or public presentation.
Benefits
- Interns and co-op participants may be eligible for limited benefits, depending on program structure, work location, and local requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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