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Leadership Development Programs

Fast-track your career with a 2- to 3-year rotational program in your area of interest. You’ll have new and unique opportunities to help patients with hands-on support from mentors and advisors who can help you hone your leadership skills. Explore our different offerings to find the one that’s right for you.

The programs below are just some of the early career programs that are offered by Bristol Myers Squibb. While we hire for most of these positions each year, please click here to see the full list of early in career programs that are currently accepting applications.

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Make your Accounting BA/BS degree count in our mission to discover, develop and deliver innovative medicines that help patients prevail over serious diseases. Apply your analytical skills and leadership shown in one of our summer internships to our Accounting Development Program. You will advance your career while making a difference.

  • 3 year full-time rotational program
  • One-year rotations in Consolidations & Financial Reporting, Research & Development, Finance, Global Product Development & Supply and/or Business Controls
  • Attention from hand-picked mentors and advisors
  • Global exposure and networking opportunities

Degree Required: BBA with major in accounting Program Length: 3 years Preferred Program Requirements: Strong analytical skills and understanding of data analytics; proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word; defined plans to obtain CPA license during the program; thorough understanding of U.S. GAAP and its application; eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

The Bristol Myers Squibb Business Insights & Analytics Rotational Development Program enables you to drive innovation and transformative business results while accelerating your career. Turn your recent MBA or MS degree and analytics background into a springboard for your future success, making a difference for patients every day.

  • 2-year full-time rotational development program
  • 8-month rotations in Commercial, R&D, GPS and/or Corporate
  • Attention from hand-picked mentors and advisors
  • Global exposure and networking opportunities with senior executive management

Degree Required: MBA or Masters in Analytics Program Length: 2 years Preferred Program Requirements: Data analytics background; 2-3 years of work experience; eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

 

We’re investing in developing a new generation of business leaders. Our Commercial Leadership Development program is the cornerstone of that effort – offering top MBA students who have demonstrated their potential in in our summer internship program the foundational skills for future leadership roles in the biopharma industry.

  • 3-year full-time leadership program with four 9-month business rotations
  • Work in high-priority business areas with global exposure in: U.S. Brand, Sales, Business Insights & Analytics, Value Access & Payment, Worldwide Strategy, and/or an international rotation
  • Customized development opportunities
  • Attention from hand-picked mentors and advisors

Degree Required: MBA Program Length: 3 years Preferred Program Requirements: Successful performance as a Bristol Myers Squibb summer intern; minimum 3 years’ work experience; desire and ability to relocate within and outside the U.S., demonstrated leadership, collaboration, analytic and problem-solving skills; eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Are you a recent graduate with an interest in global sourcing/procurement, and a desire to have a positive impact on the lives of patients? Are you looking for freedom and latitude to establish and develop your leadership brand with the opportunity to influence the organization in an inclusive culture?

Our Sourcing to Contract Rotational Program is an individualized career launch pad that offers this and a multitude of other opportunities:

  • Develop your leadership capabilities with extensive visibility to senior leadership
  • 2.5-year full-time rotational program consisting of four eight-month rotations. Rotations cover R&D, Global Product Development and Supply, Commercialization and Enabling Services.

Degree Required: Bachelor’s or Master’s Program Length: 2.5 years Preferred Program Requirements:

  • 1-2 years of experience is preferred
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency in conducting analytical studies using MS Excel

Are you interested in learning more about the activities of corporate security while making an impact on patients’ lives? Are you looking for freedom and latitude to establish and develop your leadership brand with the opportunity to influence the organization in an inclusive culture?

Our Corporate Security Rotational Program is an individualized career launch pad that offers this and a multitude of other opportunities:

  • Develop your leadership capabilities with extensive visibility to senior leadership
  • Two-year full-time rotational program with possible rotations in: All-Source Intelligence Analysis, Threat & Risk Assessments, Physical Security, Business Continuity and Global Supply Chain Security Operations.

Degree Required: Bachelor’s Program Length:2 years Preferred Program Requirements:

  • Up to 3 years of relevant experience in Intelligence Studies, Criminology & Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, Political Science, International Relations, Defense & Security Studies or other related area.
  • Awareness of global supply chains, physical security, risk and crisis management, or security operations.

Are you interested in learning more about the activities of EHS while making an impact on patients’ lives? Are you looking for freedom and latitude to establish and develop your leadership brand with the opportunity to influence the organization in an inclusive culture?

Our Environment, Occupational Health, Safety & Sustainability Rotational Program is an individualized career launch pad that offers this and a multitude of other opportunities:

  • Develop your leadership capabilities with extensive visibility to senior leadership
  • Two-year full-time rotational program with possible rotations in: Go Green, Zero Waste to Landfill, Corporate Pollution Prevention, Green Lab, Ergonomics and Risk Assessment.

Degree Required: Bachelor’s Program Length: 2 years Preferred Program Requirements:

  • Up to 3 years of relevant experience in Environmental, Chemical, Civil, Biochemical Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Sustainability, Biology, Chemistry or related field.
  • Relevant coursework such as natural sciences, environmental policy or waste management is preferred.

Are you interested in learning more about the activities in corporate philanthropy while making an impact on patients’ lives? Are you looking for freedom and latitude to establish and develop your leadership brand with the opportunity to influence the organization in an inclusive culture?

Our Corporate Philanthropy Rotational Program is an individualized career launch pad that offers this and a multitude of other opportunities:

  • Develop your leadership capabilities with extensive visibility to senior leadership
  • Two-year full-time rotational program with possible rotations in: BMS Foundation, Corporate Philanthropy, and Patient Assistance

Degree Required:Master’s, PharmD, JD or CPA Program Length: 2 years Preferred Program Requirements:

  • Up to 3 years of relevant experience

Are you interested in learning more about corporate law while making an impact on patients’ lives? Are you looking for freedom and latitude to establish and develop your leadership brand with the opportunity to influence the organization in an inclusive culture? Attorney Rotational Development Program

  • Two-year full-time rotational program with possible rotations in: Commercialization Development Law & Market Compliance; Corporate/Transactional; Global Product Development & Supply; Employment Law; Patient, Data & Privacy; Corporate Governance/Securities; Intellectual Property; Compliance & Ethics; Litigation

Degree Required:Law school graduate (Pass bar examination within the calendar year of program start) Program Length: 2 years Preferred Program Requirements:

  • Up to 3 years of relevant experience

Law Professional

  • Two-year full-time rotational program with possible rotations in: Commercialization Development Law & Market Compliance; Corporate/Transactional; Global Product Development & Supply; Employment Law; Patient, Data & Privacy; Corporate Governance/Securities; Intellectual Property; Compliance & Ethics; Litigation

Degree Required: Bachelor’s Program Length: 2 years Preferred Program Requirements:

  • Up to 3 years of relevant experience
  • JD or paralegal certificate optional

Our fast-paced Finance Associates Program enables you to accelerate your career in a global organization driven by a passion to help patients prevail over serious diseases. Join us and use your MBA education, experience, analytical skills, modeling skills and leadership to make a difference every day.

  • 2-year full-time rotational program
  • 6-month rotations in Research & Development, Global Manufacturing, Corporate Treasury and Financial Planning & Analysis
  • Attention from hand-picked mentors and advisors
  • Global exposure and networking

Degree Required: MBA Program Length: 2 years Preferred Program Requirements: Preferred 3-5 years' experience in finance and/or analytics; demonstrated abilities in financial modeling; Strong interpersonal skills; eligibility to work in the U.S without sponsorship

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We’re looking for our next science and engineering business leaders to make a difference in our mission to discover, develop and deliver innovative medicines that help patients prevail over serious diseases. Your experience, curiosity and flexibility will position you to make a difference and accelerate your career.

  • 2.5 to 3-year full-time leadership development program
  • Four hands-on rotations across site manufacturing operations, supply chain, product development, manufacturing science & technology, pharmaceutical quality, cell therapy, business operations, and engineering
  • Flexibility to relocate within and outside the U.S. required

Degree Required: MS, MBA (required) or PhD (preferred) with background in STEM, Healthcare, or Supply Chain  Program Length: 2.5 – 3 years  Preferred Program Requirements: 3.2+ Undergraduate and Graduate GPA; ability and willingness to relocate within and outside the United States; minimum of two years of professional work experience; demonstrated leadership and technical skills

You can play a critical role in our ability to attract, support and retain the people who drive Bristol Myers Squibb’s success. Your experience – both as a student and in our summer internship program – positions you to diversify your skills and accelerate your own career in our HR Leadership Development Program. The full-time program is designed to be 3 rotations, generally 8-12 months, but the program is highly flexible based on business and development needs.

  • Rotations in HR Business Partner, Center of Excellence and/or People Services roles
  • Gain global exposure, diversifying your skills and experiences
  • Fulfill critical, rewarding roles
  • Tight-knit community offers autonomy and support 

Degree Required: Masters with Human Resources-related concentration Program Length: 2 years                   Preferred Program Requirements: Demonstrated leadership, critical thinking, strategic thinking and creative problem solving skills; strong communications skills; intellectual curiosity and demonstrated passion for learning

Are you an experienced MBA graduate with a passion for digital strategy and technology management and a desire to have a positive impact on the lives of patients? Are you looking for freedom and latitude to establish and develop your leadership brand with the opportunity to influence the organization in an inclusive culture?

Our Information Technology Rotational Development Program is an individualized career launch pad that offers this and a multitude of other opportunities:

  • Obtain expertise in your desired technical and non-technical domains with 80% of your time dedicated to rotation work and 20% dedicated to growth and personal development
  • Build an extensive internal and external network with each rotation having an Executive Sponsor, Rotation Sponsor, and designated mentorship
  • Craft your leadership trademark with extensive visibility to senior leadership
  • Two-year full-time rotational program consisting of three eight-month rotations. Rotations will be based in the Princeton, NJ area with potential international opportunities.

Degree Required: MBA Program Length: 2 years Preferred Program Requirements:

  • Master of Business Administration (MBA) within the past two years
  • Minimum of 3 years of relevant digital, technology, or other relevant industry experience
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for sponsorship for an employment visa now or in the future

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