Practice 44 Bristol-Myers Squibb interview questions covering biopharma innovation, clinical research, and patient-focused values.
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Ryan Brunner has over ten years of experience recruiting, interviewing, and hiring candidates in the healthcare, public service, and private manufacturing/distribution industries.
Bristol-Myers Squibb's success is deeply rooted in the passion their team has shown in developing groundbreaking and transforming products for those most in need. With this question, your interviewer would like to know what drew you into a career within their industry to get a sense of the passion you would bring to their team.

Ryan Brunner has over ten years of experience recruiting, interviewing, and hiring candidates in the healthcare, public service, and private manufacturing/distribution industries.
"I chose a career in biopharmaceuticals because I have always been attracted to the studies of medicine and science and the correlation between them. It's an ever-changing industry that never becomes dull, and I customized my education to land me at a great organization like Bristol-Myers Squibb."

Ryan Brunner has over ten years of experience recruiting, interviewing, and hiring candidates in the healthcare, public service, and private manufacturing/distribution industries.
"I chose a career in biopharmaceuticals because I love science and helping others. With these two drivers combined, I knew I would be happy with this career choice for years to come. I feel like the last five years have given me a great start to my career, and I can now start to bloom at Bristol-Myers Squibb."

Ryan Brunner has over ten years of experience recruiting, interviewing, and hiring candidates in the healthcare, public service, and private manufacturing/distribution industries.
As you answer this question, show the hiring manager that you have a natural attraction to this particular industry and are here to stay. To do this, talk about your educational and career path that has led you to this interview with Bristol-Myers Squibb. Make sure to highlight your motivation to grow and thrive in the industry moving forward for the remainder of your career.

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