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75 Students Set to Participate in the 2026 NIIMBL eXperience This June

Announcement, Biopharmaceutical, Workforce

NIIMBL is proud to announce the selection of 75 first- and second-year college students for the 2026 NIIMBL experience program. The cohort represents 67 academic institutions across 19 states, including Puerto Rico. Students will participate in one of five NIIMBL eXperience programs taking place in June. The list of participants can be found on the NIIMBL eXperience webpage.

The NIIMBL eXperience is a week‑long immersion program that introduces students to career opportunities in the biopharmaceutical industry. Participants visit manufacturing facilities, engage with industry professionals, and take part in hands‑on activities and workshops. The program strengthens the biopharmaceutical manufacturing industry talent pipeline by showcasing the wide range of career options to talented students.

“A strong talent pipeline is essential for the biopharmaceutical industry to continue advancing and meeting workforce demands,” said John Balchunas, NIIMBL Workforce Director. “The NIIMBL eXperience introduces companies to emerging talent and helps cultivate the future professionals who will drive innovation and strengthen the industry’s long‑term competitiveness.”