MBA Business Development Associate

Bristol Myers Squibb • Princeton, NJ

2d • $118,000 - $129,000

About The Position

The Business Development Associates Program (BDAP) is a 2-year full-time rotational program that will give you the opportunity to build a breadth of business development experience across the company. You will be part of a dynamic learning environment that provides high visibility to senior management and enables Business Development Associates to organically build both mentoring relationships with managers and peers and a strong alumni network within the company. Program participants will gain a comprehensive, well-rounded skill set designed to prepare them for leadership roles in business development. Successful completion of the program positions individuals for possible career growth and expanded leadership opportunities within the organization. By cultivating leaders who can drive innovation and contribute to the company’s long-term success, the program offers both personal and organizational impact. The starting compensation for this job is a range from $118,000 - $129,000 incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility). The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills and where the job is performed. Finally, individual compensation will be decided based on demonstrated experience. This program provides a tailored experience designed to leverage your academic background and interests while contributing to BMS’s mission and strategic goals.

Requirements

• Candidates are expected to receive a Masters in Business Administration during the current school year, scheduled to graduate by the Spring of 2026 and ready to start June/July 2026.
• Min GPA: 3.0
• 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.
• The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years’ work experience and strong intellectual, financial and analytical skills with demonstrated ability to quickly grasp new and complex concepts.
• Demonstrate business acumen with proven capability to effectively communicate and adapt messages to suit various leadership audiences.
• Capability to effectively solution and pivot quickly to influence decision making
• Must have the ability to work effectively in a matrix organization; ability to seamlessly collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on multiple different projects
• Leadership potential is highly valued, and a commitment to integrity, professionalism and teamwork is required.
• Successful candidates will also demonstrate financial modeling skills and the ability to quickly learn financial/accounting software.
• Strong time management skills, including the ability to work autonomously and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Participants in the Business Associates Program will gain exposure to the Corporate Development and Transactions sub-departments in Business Development.
• These teams play a critical role in driving the company’s growth strategy by pursuing and executing transactions that enhance BMS’s capabilities, expand its portfolio, and strengthen its competitive position in the market.
• The focus for participants in this program will be to learn and support various deal types and projects by gaining the critical skills needed to identify, evaluate, and execute strategic corporate initiatives.
• The participants may work on projects within M&A, divestitures, in-licensing, out-licensing, our Equity portfolio and more.
• Participants will be part of the teams that are responsible for assessing, recommending, and executing strategic deals and agreements that further support BMS’s growth and market leadership.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees