At Bristol Myers Squibb, we are inspired by a single vision – transforming patients’ lives through science. In oncology, hematology, immunology and cardiovascular disease – and one of the most diverse and promising pipelines in the industry – each of our passionate colleagues contribute to innovations that drive meaningful change. We bring a human touch to every treatment we pioneer. Join us and make a difference.

DESCRIPTION

Bristol-Myers Squibb is looking for qualified interns to join our Corporate Affairs department. The Corporate Affairs interns will be responsible for assisting the organization in the development and implementation of team initiatives, with an emphasis on executing an integrated internal/external worldwide engagement strategy to help advance product brand and therapeutic area awareness, drive high-performing teams and advance our company’s culture.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO):

• Lead/participate in projects and/or communications planning process, including contributing to brainstorming and tactical planning

• Support one of the teams (Issues Management, Strategy & Operations, Commercial, Research & Development, Government Affairs, Public Policy, Corporate Communications, Patient Advocacy) within CA with initiatives that successfully communicate brand and therapeutic area milestones, as well as support the science story

• Support the enterprise measurement strategy to actively manage and optimize engagement communication performance across internal and external channels

• Support key events and campaigns to increase employee engagement and drive our company brand and culture

• Project management and administrative tasks as needed

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Undergraduate student from an accredited university with a major in journalism, communications, English or similar area of study

• Intern must have expertise in professional writing and project management in any of these areas: marketing/advertising, government affairs, R&D, Issues Management, Strategy & Operations, or public/media relations

• Required experience in developing targeted, compelling, and effective communications messages, managing projects, deadlines and priorities, planning and coordinating and executing events

• Candidate must be a creative thinker with great attention to detail

• Highly proficient in all standard computer software applications, including Microsoft suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), Outlook and Teams

• Highly proficient in social media platforms such as Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and Yammer

• The individual must be a team player with excellent writing, interpersonal, organizational and planning skills

DESIRED/QUALIFICATIONS

• Diverse thoughts, storytelling, blogging, metrics and reporting

Around the world, we are passionate about making an impact on the lives of patients with serious diseases. Empowered to apply our individual talents and diverse perspectives in an inclusive culture, our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

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. 

Physical presence at the BMS worksite or physical presence in the field is an essential job function of this role which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and enhances the Company culture.

To protect the safety of our workforce, customers, patients and communities, the policy of the Company requires all employees and workers in the U.S. and Puerto Rico to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless they have received an exception based on an approved request for a medical or religious reasonable accommodation.  Therefore, all BMS applicants seeking a role located in the U.S. and Puerto Rico must confirm that they have already received or are willing to receive the full COVID-19 vaccination by their start date as a qualification of the role and condition of employment.  This requirement is subject to state and local law restrictions and may not be applicable to employees working in certain jurisdictions such as Montana. This requirement is also subject to discussions with collective bargaining representatives in the U.S.

Our company is committed to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request an approval of accommodation prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application or if you are applying to a role based in the U.S. or Puerto Rico and you believe that you are unable to receive a COVID-19 vaccine due to a medical condition or sincerely held religious belief, during or any part of the recruitment process, please direct your inquiries to adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visitcareers.bms.com/eeo-accessibilityto access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

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

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

Bristol Myers Squibb is a leading global biopharma company focused on discovering, developing and delivering innovative medicines for patients with serious diseases in areas including oncology, hematology, immunology, cardiovascular, fibrosis and neuroscience. Our employees work every day to transform patients’ lives through science.