Program Associate Jobs in Somerville, NJ (NOW HIRING)

At Bristol Myers Squibb, our employees often ask, "Who are you working for?"-a question that fuels collaboration, accountability, and urgency in our work. Our purpose-driven culture inspires us to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines to prevail over serious diseases. We offer uniquely interesting and meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and a supportive environment that values inclusion, wellbeing, flexibility, and comprehensive benefits. This is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it.
Position Summary
At BMS, Business Insights & Technology (BI&T) are critical to our vision of transforming patients' lives through science. To accelerate our ability to serve patients around the world, we must unleash the power of technology. We are committed to being at the forefront of transforming the way medicine is made and delivered by harnessing the power of computer and data science, analytics, artificial intelligence, and other technologies to promote scientific discovery, faster decision making, and enhanced patient care.
Transform your education and experience into fast-track career growth by joining the Technology Rotational Development Program, offering a high-performing culture that is made up of a powerfully diverse and inclusive workforce. The Technology Rotational Development Program's (IT RDP) mission is to cultivate future leaders that accelerate BMS' digitization with technology and innovation, to ultimately serve our patients.
We are looking for experienced MBA/Masters graduates for our June 2027 cohort, who have a passion for driving innovative technology solutions to accelerate our mission of helping patients prevail over serious diseases. The program offers you the flexibility to create your own path through rotational projects and stretch assignments aligned with your interests and the company's most critical needs, allowing for a completely customized developmental experience. Upon completion of the program, associates will have the opportunity to continue in a full-time role that aligns with their career aspirations and passion for enhancing patient lives with digital solutions.
IT RDP Is an Individualized Career Launch Pad that Offers 3 Key Areas of Opportunities:
Learn: Obtain Expertise in Your Desired Domains (Technical & Non-Technical)

• Rotations (80% dedicated to rotation work, 20% dedicated to growth & career development)

• Trainings, workshops, conferences, and professional events

• Stretch assignments, People & Business Resource Groups (PBRGs)

• External volunteering opportunities

Network: Build an Extensive Network (Internal and External)

• Each rotation has an executive sponsor, rotation sponsor, and additional mentorship throughout program

• Formalized meetings with information technology leadership teams, including the Chief Digital & Technology Officer (CDTO)

• Program established for 30+ years - strong network of alumni throughout BMS

• Opportunities to connect with members from similar programs across various BMS functions

• Opportunities to expand external network

Leadership Brand: Craft Your Leadership Trademark

• Visibility and access to senior leadership and their mentorship

• Monthly discovery sessions with BI&T leadership across all towers

• Focus on personalized growth and development, including: internal courses, workshops, and free access to LinkedIn Learning to best develop your leadership brand

Program Structure

• 2-year full-time rotational program

• Three 8-month rotations in different BI&T areas such as R&D, Commercialization, Cybersecurity, etc.

• Customized rotations and unique stretch assignments

• Rotations will be based within one of our central New Jersey offices

• Lead one key program pillar, including recruiting, communications and marketing, events, or onboarding

• Close-knit, collegial environment

Requirements:

• Graduation with a Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Information Systems, or relevant Master program in Winter 2026 or Spring 2027

• Minimum of 3 years of technology, digital, healthcare, 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

• All candidates must be authorized to work in the US at the time of hire. Please note that immigration or visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Ideal CandidatesShould Have the Following Skills:

• Energy and strategic mindset to pursue excellence by setting high standards for themselves and other team members, encouraging to learn and achieve new things every day

• Desire to constantly learn the ever-changing technology landscape and apply key findings to ensure BMS remains a leader in the industry

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to organize and present ideas in a convincing and compelling manner to audiences at multiple levels within the organization, including executive audiences

• Ability to draw conclusions from complex situations, then recommend and execute a course of action in a timely manner

• Embrace new ideas to pursue and understand diverse perspectives, be open to change, and demonstrate resiliency

• Understand how to examine, assess, and provide innovative solutions to business issues

• Demonstrated leadership experience

• Own their outcomes and of others and celebrate successes, share information transparently, and desire to coach and mentor

• Act with urgency and agility by consulting with the right people to move quickly, break silos, and make decisions with efficiency and effectiveness

• Passion for using business insights and technology to solve real industry challenges and help patients live healthier lives

Other Desired Skills

• Technical skills and a foundational understanding of IT concepts across infrastructure, applications, data, or cybersecurity (e.g., networking basics, cloud platforms, SDLC, or database fundamentals); exposure to programming or scripting languages (e.g., Python, SQL, Java) preferred; strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to quickly learn new technologies and adapt across rotational assignments.

• Project Management, Analytics, Business Analysis, Business Case Development, Process Redesign & Continuous Improvement, Quality Mindset & Performance Measurement, Financial Analysis, Change Management, Design Thinking

We hire for skills and capabilities, not just credentials - if this role excites you, but doesn't perfectly match your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway.
Compensation Overview:
Princeton - NJ - US: $103,700 - $125,660
The starting pay range(s) listed above is for full-time employees (FTE). You may also be eligible for additional discretionary incentive cash and stock opportunities. We determine starting pay thoughtfully - carefully considering the nature of the role, required skills, work location, schedule and the knowledge and experience you bring. Final compensation is guided by pay equity principles and applicable employment laws. Compensation programs are reviewed on an ongoing basis and may be adjusted over time to reflect evolving market factors, and individual, team or Company performance.
Benefits:
Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, you may be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefit plans - including wellbeing support, retirement and financial protection benefits, and insurance offerings (medical, dental, vision, life and disability).
U.S.-based exempt employees are eligible for Flexible Time Off (FTO), which provides paid time off without a set accrual limit, subject to manager approval, along with 11 paid company holidays each year.
Non-exempt employees, RayzeBio employees, and employees located in Puerto Rico receive 160 hours of paid vacation annually for new hires (subject to manager approval), 11 paid company holidays, and 3 optional holidays.
Depending on eligibility, employees may also have access to additional time-off benefits, including paid sick leave, up to two paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, and leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, or military needs. Eligible employees also enjoy an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
U.S.-based job seekers can explore full benefit offerings at https://careers.bms.com/benefits
How We Work
Where you work matters - because collaboration, innovation and patient impact happen in many settings. Our roles are structured across four work models: site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design. The model assigned to this role is based on its core responsibilities. Learn more at https://careers.bms.com/ways-of-working.
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 qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.
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