Bioinformatics Internship at Bristol Myers Squibb | Mechanistic Modeling Internship
The Summer 2026 Mechanistic Modeling Internship at Bristol Myers Squibb offers an unparalleled opportunity for graduate and Ph.D. students to gain hands-on experience in bioinformatics, pharmacometrics, and quantitative systems pharmacology. This prestigious life science internship allows students to explore drug modeling, data analytics, and risk prediction while collaborating with world-class scientists. If you are looking for bioinformatics internships that blend science with innovation, this program is your pathway to a transformative Bristol Myers Squibb career in clinical pharmacology and data science.
About Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS):
Bristol Myers Squibb is a global biopharmaceutical leader focused on discovering, developing, and delivering innovative medicines that help patients prevail over serious diseases. With a strong emphasis on bioinformatics, data science, and life sciences, BMS empowers professionals to make an impact on global health. The company offers diverse opportunities through its Bristol Myers Squibb careers, promoting inclusivity, learning, and scientific excellence.
Bioinformatics Internship Details:ย
- Internship Title: Summer 2026 โ Graduate/PhD Mechanistic Modeling Internship
- Location: Lawrenceville, NJ; Cambridge, MA and Brisbane, CA
Position Summary
Bristol Myers Squibb seeks passionate and skilled college and graduate students eager to learn, grow, and collaborate with expert mechanistic modelers in:
- Pharmacometrics (PMx)
- Quantitative System Pharmacology (QSP)
- Model-Based Meta-Analysis (MBMA)
- Physiologically-Based Pharmacokinetics (PBPK)
Interns will work within the Clinical Pharmacology & Pharmacometrics (CP&P) Department on mechanistic modeling projects under the guidance of experienced scientists.
Potential projects include:
- Assessing and developing methods for efficient characterization and prediction of small molecule ADME (Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, Excretion).
- Developing new models for various modalities.
- Creating and parameterizing mini-models for pathways relevant to discovery, toxicology, and clinical research.
- Projects may also involve pharmacometric analyses such as pharmacokinetic (PK) and exposure-response modeling and Model-Based Meta-Analysis (MBMA).
Program Overview
As part of this internship for the life science students, you will gain insight into the drug development process through:
- Direct interaction with matrix drug development teams.
- Networking opportunities with fellow interns and BMS professionals.
- Full-time engagement from June to August 2026.
Locations Available: Lawrenceville, NJ | Cambridge, MA | Brisbane, CA
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with experienced employees on projects in:
- Population Pharmacokinetic (PK) modeling
- Exposure-Response modeling
- Pharmacokinetic-Pharmacodynamic (PK/PD) modeling
- Machine Learning Initiatives in Pharmacometrics
Develop and parametrize mechanistic models using systems of ordinary differential equations. Present analysis results in scientific posters and team meetings. Calibrate mini-models using in-house or public domain data. Identify physiological ranges for sensitive parameters. Incorporate biological pathway knowledge into modeling platforms. Assist in the analysis of discovery, toxicology, and clinical data.
Additional Tasks:
- Prepare datasets for pharmacometrics analysis.
- Perform exploratory data analysis for PK, biomarker, efficacy, and safety data.
- Develop models to describe clinical observations and drug-response relationships.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts as needed.
- Participate in all BMS Intern Program activities.
Qualifications & Experience
Required:
- Enrollment in a Ph.D., M.S., or related undergraduate program in Bioinformatics orย Biomedical Sciences
- Graduation date later than August 2026.
- Familiarity with quantitative methods.
- Hands-on or formal experience with modeling tools such as NONMEM, Monolix, Phoenix/NLME, R, SAS, Python, Simcyp, GastroPlus, MATLAB/SimBiology.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States for the full internship duration.
- No visa sponsorship is available for this position.
This is a temporary, time-bound internship that does not guarantee permanent employment.
Compensation & Benefits
Hourly Range: $29.00 โ $43.00
Final compensation will depend on experience, skill level, and geographic location.
Benefits may include:
- Medical, dental, pharmacy, and vision care.
- Wellness support through the Living Life Better program.
- Financial well-being resources and 401(k).
- Disability and life insurance coverage.
- Paid national holidays, global shutdown days, and vacation time.
- Volunteer days (up to two per year).
- Parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military leave.
- Family care services (adoption, fertility support, childcare, elder care, pet care).
- Tuition reimbursement and employee recognition programs.
