Industrial Engineering Intern CAR-T Manufacturing

Industrial Engineering Intern

Working with Us Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren't words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You'll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams. Take your career farther than you thought possible.

The Industrial Engineering Intern will support the CAR-T Manufacturing organization by applying engineering principles to improve operational efficiency, scalability, and reliability within a GMP-regulated environment. Reporting to the Manufacturing leadership team, this role will focus on capacity modeling, workflow analysis, and process improvement projects that directly impact patient delivery. The intern will collaborate with cross-functional partners, contribute to Lean initiatives, and gain hands-on exposure to advanced cell therapy manufacturing while developing practical skills in data analysis, project execution, and continuous improvement.

The full-time internship will take place June - August 2026.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support capacity modeling, scheduling, and throughput analysis to optimize production planning for CAR-T operations.
• Assist in time studies, workflow analysis, and process mapping to identify bottlenecks and improvement opportunities.
• Partner with manufacturing leadership on Lean and Six Sigma initiatives, including visual management, standard work, and waste elimination.
• Develop tools and dashboards to track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Contribute to facility readiness and operational scalability projects, ensuring alignment with GMP compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional groups (Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Facilities) to support project execution and problem solving.
• Document findings and present recommendations to the Manufacturing Director and leadership team.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or master's degree in industrial engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• All candidates must be authorized to work in the US both at the time of hire and for the duration of their employment. Please note that immigration or visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Preferred Skills & Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, or similar data analysis/visualization tools.
• Ability to work effectively in a regulated GMP environment.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate data into clear recommendations.
• Team-oriented, adaptable, and motivated by working in a fast-paced biotech setting.

This is a temporary, time-bound position intended for the duration of the internship or co-op program. Employment in this role does not imply or guarantee ongoing or permanent employment with BMS.

The starting hourly compensation for this assignment is within the range of $23.00 to $42.00/hr. Please note that the final individual compensation and any applicable benefits will be determined by your employer of record (and not BMS). Factors influencing this decision may include the characteristics of the assignment, such as demonstrated experience, required skill, and the geographic location of the job. Compensation details are subject to change.

Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers With a single vision as inspiring as "Transforming patients' lives through science ", every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in a supportive culture, promoting global participation in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

On-site Protocol BMS has an occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role: Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.

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