NIIMBL Announces 2027 eXperience Regional Lead Request for Applications

NEWARK, Del., April 30, 2026 – NIIMBL is pleased to announce that applications are now open for 2027 NIIMBL eXperience regional lead organizations. Applications are due on July 20, 2026, at 5 pm ET.

This opportunity invites academic and nonprofit NIIMBL members to design and host a weeklong summer program that introduces first‑ and second‑year college students to careers in biopharmaceutical manufacturing. Selected regional leads will create immersive experiences featuring hands‑on training, mentorship, facility tours, and industry engagement. The program offers a unique opportunity to strengthen the future biopharmaceutical workforce and inspire emerging talent.

Visit the NIIMBL eXperience Regional RFA page to view the application requirements.

(Please note: NIIMBL has launched a new Submission Hub. Applicants are required to register before submitting an application; to do so, please contact [email protected] to request user access. We recommend registering several days or weeks in advance of the submission deadline to avoid delays.)

Listening Session – May 21, 2026 | 12 pm ET

Join NIIMBL for an eXperience Regional RFA Listening Session on Thursday, May 21, 2026, from 12 – 1 pm ET. The session will review the RFA requirements and answer participant questions. No registration is required.

Add the NIIMBL eXperience RFA Listening Session to your calendar.

About the NIIMBL eXperience

The NIIMBL eXperience is an all-expenses-paid, immersive summer program that gives first‑ and second‑year college students a meaningful introduction to the biopharmaceutical manufacturing industry. Over one week, students participate in hands‑on activities, tour real manufacturing facilities, and meet professionals working across the biopharma ecosystem. The program expands talent pipelines and builds early connections between students and biopharma companies.

For more information about the NIIMBL eXperience RFA, contact us at [email protected].

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