Job Description

Overview

Working with Us Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Bristol Myers Squibb offers opportunities across functions, with work that transforms the lives of patients and advances careers. You will have opportunities to grow and thrive with high-achieving teams and scale.

Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility. We offer competitive benefits and programs to support employees in work and personal goals. Read more: careers.bms.com/working-with-us

Position Summary

The Business Development Associates Program (BDAP) is a 2-year full-time rotational program designed to provide broad business development experience across the company. Participants gain exposure to senior management, mentoring relationships, and a strong alumni network within the company, in a dynamic learning environment.

Successful completion positions individuals for potential career growth and leadership opportunities within the organization. The starting compensation for this job is a range from $118,000 - $129,000 incentive cash and stock opportunities (based on eligibility). Final compensation is determined based on demonstrated experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Gain exposure to the Corporate Development and Transactions sub-departments in Business Development.
• Learn and support various deal types and projects by developing skills to identify, evaluate, and execute strategic corporate initiatives.
• Work on projects within M&A, divestitures, in-licensing, out-licensing, our Equity portfolio, and more.
• Be part of teams responsible for assessing, recommending, and executing strategic deals and agreements that support growth and market leadership.
• Engage in a tailored program designed to leverage academic background and personal interests while contributing to BMSs mission and strategic goals.

Qualifications

• Candidates are expected to receive an MBA during the current school year, graduating by Spring 2026 and ready to start June/July 2026. Minimum GPA: 3.0.
• All candidates must be authorized to work in the US at the time of hire. Immigration or visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of work experience with strong analytical skills and the ability to grasp new concepts quickly.
• Demonstrate business acumen with the ability to communicate and adapt messages to leadership audiences.
• Ability to adapt quickly to influence decision making and to work effectively in a matrix organization with internal and external stakeholders.
• Leadership potential and a commitment to integrity, professionalism, and teamwork.
• Financial modeling skills and the ability to learn financial/accounting software.
• Strong time management, with the ability to work autonomously and in a team.

Compensation & Benefits

The starting compensation range is listed above for a full-time employee basis. Additional incentive cash and stock opportunities may be available. The starting pay rate considers job characteristics, location, and experience. Final compensation is based on demonstrated experience. Eligibility for specific benefits varies by job and location. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellbeing support, 401(k), disability and life insurance, travel protection, paid holidays, vacation, volunteer days, and other programs. Some benefits may require eligibility and location-based terms.

Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers: Bristol Myers Squibb emphasizes transforming patients lives through science and values diverse perspectives, collaboration, and integrity.

On-site Protocol

BMS assigns occupancy type based on role responsibilities: site-essential (onsite 100%), site-by-design (hybrid with at least 50% onsite), field-based/remotely designed roles (travel to visit customers, patients, or partners as needed). The company provides reasonable accommodations in recruitment and ongoing support. For accommodations, contact adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility for the Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

COVID-19: BMS recommends vaccination and staying up to date with boosters. BMS may consider applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable laws. Los Angeles County residents: see California-residents information page for additional details. Data from applications is handled in accordance with data privacy policies.

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