/ NIIMBL eXperience

June 1-7, 2025

The Stack Center for Biopharmaceutical Education and Training (CBET) is excited to announce the 2025 NIIMBL eXperience Program, building on the success of previous years and strengthened by invaluable partnerships. This unique initiative offers students from across the country an extraordinary opportunity to explore the biopharmaceutical industry. Through immersive, hands-on learning and mentorship from seasoned industry professionals, the program delivers invaluable insights into the biopharmaceutical industry, equipping students with practical knowledge, professional connections, and a deeper understanding of the career opportunities available in this innovative field.

This week-long program is specially designed to introduce domestic undergraduate college students to the dynamic possibilities within the biopharmaceutical sector. First and second year students from community colleges and universities majoring in STEM disciplines are encouraged to apply. The program is fully funded and hosted at Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences in Albany, New York, from June 1- 7, 2025.

Participants will gain firsthand knowledge of the biopharmaceutical industry’s diverse landscape, from the large-scale operations of major manufacturers to the cutting-edge innovations of smaller companies, pioneering academic research, and the crucial role of federal government initiatives in delivering life-saving treatments to patients. Upon completion, students will receive a $1,000 stipend, underscoring the program’s commitment to investing in future industry leaders.

June 2-8, 2024

The 2024 NIIMBL eXperience Program made a meaningful impact on its cohort of 10 participants form across the United States. Over the course of a transformative week, students gained practical lab skills, hands-on experience with new technologies, and personal mentorship from biopharmaceutical industry leaders. The program provided an in-depth look into the industry’s innovative processes in large corporations to nonprofit and academic research labs. The program inspired participants to envision and pursue continued education and careers in this vital field. Beyond technical knowledge, the program fostered confidence and professional connections.

June 4-10, 2023

The 2023 NIIMBL eXperience Program brought together an exceptional first cohort of 18 students for a groundbreaking, week-long journey into the biopharmaceutical industry. This innovative program was designed to provide more than just technical knowledge—it offered a unique blend of hands-on experiences, one-on-one mentorship, and exposure to cutting-edge advancements in the field. Participants explored the intersection of science, technology, and manufacturing while developing critical skills that will benefit their professional and personal growth for years to come. Beyond the classroom, the program fostered a supportive community, empowering students to see themselves as future leaders in a competitive and rapidly evolving industry. The 2023 cohort left the program inspired, better equipped to navigate career opportunities, and connected to a network of mentors and peers that will continue to shape their journeys. This first-of-its-kind initiative for CBET set a high bar for future programs, demonstrating its transformative impact on participants’ lives and career aspirations.

This project was developed with an award from the National Institute for Innovation in Manufacturing Biopharmaceuticals (NIIMBL) and financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Commerce, National Institute of Standards and Technology (70NANB21H086).