Job Description

We are the makers of possible

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us-from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year-to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.

Software Engineering Intern Positions

Program Objective/Scope

At BD Biosciences, our purpose is to empower scientists and doctors to transform lives, one cell at a time. The summer internship program at BD Biosciences in San Jose/Milpitas, California, provides students hands-on exposure to BDB’s Software Engineering group, a leading provider of innovative tools that drive a deeper understanding of the human immune system and unlock its unique power to fight diseases like cancer, HIV, and COVID-19.

As part of a global organization, you may work within cross-functional or interdisciplinary teams while collaborating and supporting multiple internal partners and customers. The internship program will provide endless opportunities to engage with peers, senior personnel, and supervisors who will provide informal mentoring and coaching.

Throughout our summer internship, students will build an extensive professional network, learn how to work in an engineering environment, and deliver business presentations showcasing their work. BD's summer internship program is a great opportunity to gain exposure to biotechnology and BD’s culture.

We are recruiting for highly driven Computer Science and Computer Engineering students with a passion for innovation, product development and working in biotechnology.

The candidate is responsible for all housing and transportation costs.

Project Areas:

Each R&D intern will be assigned an individual project to lead and drive to further develop their technical expertise in the Software Engineering space. During your summer internship, you will have the opportunity to work in the following areas:

• Support execution of technical and/or cross-functional project work as part of a scrum-based agile team

• Ensure the implementation and rigor of product development processes and design control procedures

• Design, develop and test software systems and subsystems for Flow Cytometry instruments

• Build high-quality, clean, and scalable code by following industry best practices

• Collaborate with product owners, user experience designers, and technical stakeholders to deliver software that not only meets functional and technical requirements but provides delightful customer experiences

Required Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction as to duration.

• Ability to work 40 hours per week for the duration of the 10 - 12-week summer internship period.

Education

• BS/MS/PhD student pursuing a degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Experience

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills

• Ability to understand complex workflows and develop and validate innovative solutions

• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills and an aptitude for learning new technologies

• Ability to deal with ambiguity, take initiative and deliver results

• Proficiency in at least one of the following languages: C#/Java, Angular, Javascript/Typescript, HTML/CSS3, Python

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior internship/co-op experience

• Prior experience in data structures and algorithms

• Work with source code management tools (e.g. Github) and work tracking tools (e.g. Azure DevOps)

• Knowledge of unit testing and related frameworks (Mocking, etc)

• Knowledge of biology, immunology, or other life sciences

In order to qualify for this position, applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the US. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visa at this time.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.

Primary Work Location

USA CA - San Jose

Additional Locations

Work Shift

At BD, we are strongly committed to investing in our associates-their well-being and development, and in providing rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture. We demonstrate this commitment by offering a valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs which you can learn more about on our Careers Site under Our Commitment to You .

Salary ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates’ progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed. The salary offered to a successful candidate is based on experience, education, skills, and actual work location. Salary ranges may vary for Field-based and Remote roles.

Salary Range Information
$34.60 - $57.00

BD is a Fortune 500 global medical technology company headquartered in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, with offices in more than 50 countries. The company operates three business segments: BD Medical, BD Life Sciences and BD Interventional. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from the design and engineering, to the manufacturing and the marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.