NIIMBL is pleased to issue a Request for Applications (RFA) for 2026 NIIMBL eXperience regional lead organizations. The RFA seeks applicants from member academic and nonprofit organizations interested in hosting a cohort of first- and second-year college students for a week-long eXperience program during the summer of 2026.
Applicants will serve as a regional lead organization that will plan program logistics, recruit students, and run a NIIMBL eXperience program in their respective region. Applicants will propose a program that provides exposure to the biopharmaceutical manufacturing industry through hands-on training, tours, and engagement with “hosts” from professional associations, industry, and academic partners. The NIIMBL eXperience serves as an excellent opportunity to connect with talented students and plays a pivotal role in introducing students to new career possibilities.
The application deadline is July 10, 2025.
NIIMBL eXperience Day Request for Information (RFI): We are also looking for input and interest in the concept of NIIMBL eXperience Day as an effort to raise awareness of the biopharmaceutical industry for all education levels and backgrounds. Click here to learn how you can respond (deadline: June 2, 2025).
The NIIMBL eXperience is an exclusive in-person, all expenses paid immersion program that offers students real-world insight into biopharmaceutical industry careers through hands-on activities and direct interactions with industry professionals.
Key program goals:
Join us for a NIIMBL eXperience Listening Session & Office Hours on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at noon ET. The session will cover the eXperience Program RFA and eXperience Day RFI. This open forum Q&A session is your chance to ask any questions you have about either opportunity.
| May 1, 2025 | RFA Release |
| May 22, 2025 (noon ET) | Listening Session |
| July 10, 2025 (5:00 pm ET) | Application Deadline |
| ~August 1, 2025 | Anticipated Award Decisions and Notification to Teams |
| October 1, 2025 | Project Start Date |
If you have questions regarding the NIIMBL eXperience RFA, contact us at [email protected].
We offer a variety of membership options that give you the flexibility to choose your organization’s level of engagement based on technology interests and priorities.
