2027 Summer Intern PhD Student - Drug Product Development Analytical Sciences

Bristol Myers Squibb • New Brunswick, NJ

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking PhD students for their Summer Intern program in Drug Product Development, focusing on Analytical Sciences. This program offers a purpose-driven culture focused on discovering, developing, and delivering innovative medicines. Interns will work with mentors for approximately 10 weeks on guided research projects related to novel analytical methods, separation science, and process analytics (PAT) for drug product development. Projects may involve techniques such as field-flow fractionation (FFF), various chromatography methods (SEC-MALS, 2D-LC, SFC, HILIC, mixed-mode), excipient analysis, and in-line/at-line PAT tools and spectroscopy. Interns will develop, troubleshoot, and execute analytical methods, analyze and document data, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The program aims to provide valuable industry experience, challenging assignments, and networking opportunities.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited university program seeking a PhD degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Physical Chemistry, Materials Science, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field, with a focus on separation science, chromatography, or PAT.
• Must still be enrolled during Summer 2027.
• Expected to graduate between Fall 2027 and 2028.
• Must include GPA on resume for consideration (program requires GPA of 3.0 or greater).
• Must be authorized to work in the US both at the time of hire and for the duration of their employment.
• Good oral/written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Proficient in data analysis software and tools.
• Excellent critical thinking skills and the ability to solve problems independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience in one or more of the following: chromatography (RP-HPLC/UPLC, SEC, FFF, SFC, 2D-LC); detectors such as MALS, CAD, ELSD, or MS; polymer, lipid, or surfactant characterization; or spectroscopy, PAT, and chemometrics.

Responsibilities

• Work with mentors on a guided research project related to novel analytical methods, separation science, and process analytics (PAT) for drug product development.
• Develop, troubleshoot, and execute analytical methods.
• Analyze, review, and document data in compliance with company requirements.
• Collaborate with formulation scientists, analytical chemists, process engineers, and process modelers.
• Gain valuable industry and functional experience.
• Work on challenging assignments.
• Learn about BMS and meet diverse company representatives.

Benefits

• Supportive environment that values inclusion, wellbeing, flexibility, and comprehensive benefits.
• Limited benefits depending on program structure, work location, and local requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree