BD 2027 Summer Internship Program - Procurement Intern

Becton Dickinson; Franklin Lakes (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD) invites talented students to join its Procurement Internship at the Global Corporate Headquarters in Franklin Lakes, NJ. Interns will gain exposure to spend analysis, project management, supplier activities, and more while collaborating with diverse teams.

The program emphasizes leadership development, mentorship, and hands-on projects, with a focus on business impact, accountability, and professional growth within a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Currently an enrolled student pursuing a bachelor’s degree.
• Expected to graduate between December 2027 – June 2028.
• Majoring in Business, Procurement, Purchasing, Logistics, Supply Chain, Operations, or related majors.
• Skills and abilities in leadership, teamwork, quantitative analysis, negotiation, Microsoft Office Suite, and a drive for results.
• Ability to learn quickly, deal with ambiguity, take initiative and achieve results.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proven organization and time management skills.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction as to duration.

Responsibilities

• Spend analysis
• Project management
• Corporate and category support
• RFI activities
• Supplier management activities
• Risk Mitigation

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Quantitative analysis

Negotiation

Microsoft Office

Drive for results

Learning agility

Ambiguity tolerance

Initiative

Communication skills

Time management

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in progress

Tools

None

Job description

Job Description

We are the people who give possibilities purpose BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

We are the makers of possible BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities. We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow, and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.

Program Overview

The Procurement Internship Program mission is to improve BD's procurement leadership base by recruiting entry-level associates who seek to become procurement leaders. BD strives to develop and expose Procurement Interns to multiple functions and business units while broadening their procurement experience. We are committed to hiring talent who believe in our core values and who will be strong performers upon graduation from undergraduate programs. As a Procurement Intern, you will have the chance to make an impact through the teams you join, the projects you manage, and the leaders with whom you interact. BD provides Procurement Interns with meaningful work experiences, mentoring, networking activities and exposure to the many benefits of working at BD! Intern assignments will vary depending on business needs, but will generally include projects in the areas of:

• Spend analysis
• Project management
• Corporate and category support
• RFI activities
• Supplier management activities
• Risk Mitigation

At the close of the internship experience, interns will present their overall accomplishments to the Global Purchasing Leadership Team.

Qualifications

• Currently an enrolled student at a college or university pursuing a bachelor’s degree
• Expected to graduate between December 2027 – June 2028
• Majoring in Business, Procurement, Purchasing, Logistics, Supply Chain, Operations, or related majors.
• Skills and abilities in leadership, teamwork, quantitative analysis, negotiation, Microsoft Office Suite, and a drive for results
• Ability to learn quickly, deal with ambiguity, take initiative and achieve results
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proven organization and time management skills
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction as to duration.

Procurement interns will start on Monday, June 7, 2027 and be based at our Global Corporate Headquarters in Franklin Lakes, NJ. To qualify for this position, applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the US. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visa at this time. At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day. To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place. To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers. Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally-protected characteristics.

Required Skills

Required Skills Optional Skills .

Primary Work Location

USA NJ - Franklin Lakes Additional Locations Work Shift

Salary Range Information

Salary or hourly rate ranges reward associates fairly and competitively. We are committed to attracting and retaining high quality talent by providing reward and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture, as well as a competitive package of compensation and benefits programs. You can learn more on our career site under "Our Commitment to You." Our salary or hourly rate ranges reward associates fairly and competitively. We regularly review these ranges and factors, such as location, contribute to the range displayed. Our pay is based on the role and the necessary skills and education to perform it successfully. The salary or hourly rate offered is determined by the role's specific requirements, including any applicable step rate pay system at the work location. Salary or hourly pay ranges are influenced by labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location which may also affect the workplace arrangement of the role. Salary Range Information $26.00 - $33.00 USD Hourly. We are the #MakersofPossible Working together, we make products that patients, families and their healthcare professionals rely on. We do this because we are committed to advancing the world of health™. But it takes the imagination and passion of all of us at BD, from manufacturing to marketing, to look at the impossible and find solutions that turn dreams into possibilities with real-life health benefits for people today, tomorrow and beyond. We make this happen, together. We are the makers of possible.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally-protected characteristics.