MS&T Upstream Intern

Working with Us
Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren’t words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You’ll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams. Take your career farther than you thought possible.

Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives. Read more: careers.bms.com/working-with-us.

Job Description

Bristol Myers Squibb Ireland

Bristol Myers Squibb has been in operation in Ireland since 1964, employing over 650 people across a range of activities and business units. Today we offer career opportunities across multiple functions, including Biologics Manufacturing, Sterile Drug Manufacturing, External Manufacturing and Commercial.

Located in Dublin, Cruiserath Biologics Campus, has six different buildings on the site:

• Multi-product cell culture (MPCC) building which manufactures the drug-substance. 
• Central utilities building (CUB) which is an engineering building housing site utility, clean and black.
• Global Biologics Laboratory (GBL) which is responsible for the release testing of Biologics Drug Product for the Bristol Myers Squibb network.
• Warehouse, Cryogenics & Logistics (WCL) building which is a multi-functional building providing storage, raw material sampling and logistical support to the MPCC manufacturing area.
• Laboratory, Office & Cafeteria (LOC) building which is home to three state-of-the-art laboratories for the Cruiserath site and modern office spaces for supporting departments.
• Sterile Drug Product (SDP) facility will offer the site the capability to formulate and manufacture SDP in a number of different presentations and formats. Liquid, Lyophilised, powder and suspension. (Currently under construction).

Bristol Myers Squibb and its employees have received numerous distinguished awards and recognitions, underscoring our commitment to excellence. We are proud to be recognized as one of the best companies for working mothers and as industry leaders in environmental sustainability, equality, health, and safety.

In recent years, we have been honoured with several prestigious awards, including:

• The "Education Award for Best Graduate Training Program" in both 2023 and 2024.
• "Biopharma Company of the Year 2019" at the Irish Pharma Industry Awards.
• Certification as a Great Place to Work since 2017, with additional recognition as a Great Place to Work for Women in 2020 and 2021.

These accolades reflect our dedication to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace, as well as our leadership in the biopharmaceutical industry.

 For more information about Bristol Myers Squibb, visit us at BMS.com/ie.

We offer a variety of opportunities for undergraduate and postgraduate students to apply their talents, skills, education, and passion to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives. At the same time, you can grow your career and earn academic credit.

Our DCU Access to the Workplace program gives you a real opportunity to gain practical ‘hands-on’ experience, training and shadow the experts. It also provides you with insight into what it’s like to work with us.

We will place you within various functional teams, allowing you to learn from experienced professionals and gain valuable insights into the biopharma industry. This experience will help you grow and explore different professions and career paths within the field.

• Undergoing full site induction

• Collaborating on projects within the manufacturing and quality Team
• Shadowing a member of the Production Team
• Shadowing a member of the Quality Assurance Team

What Qualities Are We Looking For?

We are looking for highly motivated individuals who can collaborate in teams and have the willingness to learn. 

• Biotechnology, Analytical Science or Applied Physics discipline of study
• Passionate about the biopharma sector and innovation in healthcare
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work as a member of a team
• Energetic, collaborative, and dedicated

If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.

Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers
With a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science™ ”, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in a supportive culture, promoting global participation in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

On-site Protocol

BMS has an occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role:

Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.

Supporting People with Disabilities

BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

Candidate Rights

BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.

If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please visit this page for important additional information: https://careers.bms.com/california-residents/

Data Protection

We will never request payments, financial information, or social security numbers during our application or recruitment process. Learn more about protecting yourself at https://careers.bms.com/fraud-protection.

Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.

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