Program Management Intern

Nuvation Bio•Boston, NY

About The Position

Nuvation Bio is a biopharmaceutical company tackling some of the greatest unmet needs in oncology by developing differentiated and novel therapeutic candidates. Our vision is to significantly change the practice of oncology by developing medicines that provide truly meaningful improvements in quality of life and survival for people with cancer. Nuvation Bio’s program management team coordinates the development and life cycle management activities for the company’s pipeline of investigational and approved drugs. Working with key stakeholders, program management builds alignment to define project scope, report progress, and ensure that scientific, regulatory, and corporate goals are achieved. Core responsibilities include managing cross-functional teams, identifying & mitigating project risks, coordinating recommendations to leadership, and building cross-functional program plans and timelines as a ‘centralized source of truth’. The 2026 Summer Intern for Program Management will support Nuvation Bio’s Senior Director(s) of Program Management in day-to-day tasks. In this role, the intern will learn the clinical, manufacturing, regulatory, and commercial drivers for drug development as well as the skills needed for communicating with cross-functional leaders in the development and life cycle management of novel therapies.

Requirements

Must be pursuing a B.S. or M.S. (e.g., an enrolled student working towards a degree) in a life sciences scientific discipline, e.g., chemistry, biology, biotechnology, materials science, etc., with an interest in medical, biotechnology, or pharmaceutical research & development.
Strong organizational and analytical abilities.
Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain a sense of urgency.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Problem-Solver - As an action-oriented self-starter, you’re eager to apply your expertise in diagnosing inefficiencies, determining root causes, and recommending solutions to complex challenges.
Personable - You establish and nurture highly effective relationships with colleagues and key stakeholders that support and advance project goals and objectives.
Credible - Thorough understanding of clinical methodologies and providing sound analytical support, you quickly establish credibility as a reliable resource.
Emotional intelligence , curiosity, and a knack to figure out a way to build something better
Communication - Effectively listens, conveys, and receives ideas. Maintains a consistent flow of information. A strong presenter and effective communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders.
Accountability - Acts with a clear sense of ownership - whether the task is in their role description. Holds yourself and others accountable to execute all tasks at hand through seen and unforeseen circumstances with high quality and integrity.
Adaptability - Can manage in an environment of ambiguity. Embraces the change of a new system, process, technology, or idea in the organization. You could reassess priorities, alter goals and take risks.

Nice To Haves

Office Timeline and/or Smartsheet is/are a plus.

Responsibilities

Communication: Coordinating cross-functional program team meetings, updating dashboards, and building alignment with internal and external (alliance) partners.
Project Support: Maintaining program timelines, coordinating team recommendations for governance, and identifying potential risks to program strategy.
Documentation: Developing and maintaining project-related spreadsheets, action and decision logs, agendas and minutes, and finance trackers.