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Leadership Development Programs 

Fast-track your career in a uniquely interesting rotational program. Make the most of your degree and transform patients’ lives with hands-on mentors who can help you hone your leadership skills. 

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The programs below are just some of the opportunities we offer. While we hire for most of these positions each year, visit our job postings to see a full list of positions currently accepting applications.

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Accounting

Three years, full-time
Three 1-year rotations

Eligibility:

BBA/Bachelor’s in accounting

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Assistant Engineer/Scientist – Kick Start Rotational Program

Two years, full-time
Three rotations in Devens, MA

Eligibility:

Bachelor’s in chemical engineering, life sciences, STEM

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Business Insights & Analytics

Two years, full-time
Three 8-month rotations

Eligibility:

MBA or Master’s with data analytics background

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Commercialization - Masters

Three years, full-time
Four 9-month rotations

Eligibility:

Master’s degree and former BMS Commercial intern

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Commercialization - Bachelors

Three years, full-time
Three 1-year rotations

Eligibility:

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

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Corporate Philanthropy

Two years, full-time
Multiple rotations 

Eligibility:

Master’s, PharmD, JD or CPA degree

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Corporate Security

Two years, full-time
Multiple rotations

Eligibility:


Bachelor’s degree with experience in Intelligence Studies, Criminology, Forensic Science, Political Science, International Relations, or other related area

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Environment, Occupational Health Safety & Sustainability 

Two years, full-time
Multiple rotations 

Eligibility:

Bachelor’s degree with experience in environmental, chemical, civil, biochemical engineering, sustainability, biology, chemistry or related field

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Finance

Two years, full-time
Four 6-month rotations 

Eligibility:

MBA with experience in finance or analytics

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Global Product Development & Supply Emerging Leaders 

2.5-3 years, full-time
Four hands-on rotations 

Eligibility:

MS, MBA or PhD with background in STEM, healthcare or supply chain; Must have flexibility to relocate

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Human Resources

Three years, full-time
Three 12-month rotations 

Eligibility:

Master’s degree with focus on human resources and prior success as a BMS HR summer intern

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Law - Attorney 

Two years, full-time
Multiple rotations 

Eligibility:

Law school graduate with plans to pass bar exam within calendar year of program start

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Law - Professional

Two years, full-time
Multiple rotations 

Eligibility:

Bachelor’s degree and up to 3 years relevant experience; JD or paralegal certificate is optional

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Procurement: Sourcing to Contract

2.5 years, full-time
Four 8-month rotations

Eligibility:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

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Technology

Two years, full-time
Three 8-month rotations

Eligibility:

MBA or relevant Master’s with at least 3 years of experience in digital or technology

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Technology - DigITal Accelerator Program

Two years, full-time
Two 1-year rotations

Eligibility:

Bachelor’s degree in digital or technology field

Start your transformation here 

These are only intended to be a summary of program requirements. For full job details and requirements, please see our job postings. 

Hear from our alumni

From mentoring opportunities to real-world learning and access to senrior leaders, our alumni have found true value in a Leadership Development Program at BMS.

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People are in charge of their own careers here, and that’s something I’ve not experienced before. I’m in contact with leadership while growing my career and growing personally.”

Bianca

Technology Rotational Development Program

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BMS’ Rotational Development Programs are an incredible professional opportunity. Not only was I able to leverage my RDP to accelerate my career, but it allowed me to get involved in projects that made a company-wide impact and improved health outcomes in my community.

Anderson

Business Insights & Analytics Rotational Development Program

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