BioCamp 2025: A unique event for future-ready talents

BioCamp is a traditional event that unites top students from STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) with distinguished experts and senior managers from pharmaceutical fields. This unique platform offers an exciting opportunity to dive into the world of research and the international business environment within the innovative pharmaceutical industry.

BioCamp 2025 – Frequently asked questions

BioCamp is an event, dedicated mainly to students (final-year undergraduates, master's, MBAs, or Ph.D. candidates) or recent graduates in fields such as:

  • Life sciences (e.g., biology, biomedical sciences, pharmacy, biotechnology).
  • Medicine or related healthcare disciplines.
  • Information technology or data sciences (specific to healthcare-related applications may also be considered).

The program is designed to bring together a diverse group of talented young individuals from the region and broader to foster innovation and collaboration. Language proficiency in English is required.

Novartis looks for candidates who demonstrate:

  • academic excellence;
  • creativity, entrepreneurial, business mindset and leadership potential;
  • a passion for biotechnology, healthcare, or innovation;
  • a genuine interest in advancing the fields of scientific and technical innovation in the pharmaceutical industry.

Selection of BioCamp attendees is based on the strength of your application, academic achievements and alignment with Novartis BioCamp’s goals. Every year, around 35 students are selected to participate at the event.

The event is structured as three-day seminar, where you''ll participate in different workshops, engage with experts, listen to key speakers from Novartis and other external organizations on the key topic, explore career opportunities and engage into preparing business case on actual challenge from the industry - all that working in teams with other participants.

The event closes with gala dinner, where winners from the business case are announced.

The BioCamp will take place at Bled, Slovenia. The main part of the event and accommodation will be at Hotel Rikli and Hotel Savica at Bled.

For participation at the event, you must be selected among all who applied to the event. There is no special fee for participation.

Novartis covers all the costs of meals and accommodation from Monday, September 22, 2025 (starting with lunch) and until Thursday, September 25, 2025 (finishing with breakfast). The travel costs to Bled and back are covered individually by participants.

Unfortunately, Novartis cannot cover the costs of your travel to Slovenia.

Decision about participants selection will be announced to all applications by June 26th at the latest.

Join us at BioCamp and gain unique experience by:

  • Bridging science, business, and technology: Collaborate to benefit patients through innovative solutions.
  • Gaining professional insights: Explore the global pharmaceutical industry‘s professional and business landscape.
  • Innovating together: Work on real-world challenges to design cutting-edge business solutions.
  • Engaging with experts: Interact with leading experts and top managers in the field.
  • Networking: Connect with students from the region.
  • Discovering career opportunities: Learn about Novartis and explore potential career opportunities in Slovenia, Austria, and beyond.
BioCamp Slovenia 2025

BioCamp 2025 topic: The transformative power of AI: from drug discovery to patients

Participants of BioCamp 2025 will dive into the transformative power of AI, highlighting its journey from cutting-edge research in drug discovery to real-world applications in patient care. This conference will feature expert speakers and case studies demonstrating how AI innovations are revolutionizing healthcare, improving diagnostics, treatment plans and patient outcomes.

Location of the event: Bled, Slovenia

BioCamp 2025 will be held in the picturesque town of Bled, Slovenia. Nestled in the Julian Alps, Bled is renowned for its stunning natural beauty, including the iconic Lake Bled with its charming island and medieval Bled Castle perched on a cliff.

The serene environment makes Bled an ideal location for fostering innovation and collaboration. Participants of BioCamp can enjoy the tranquil surroundings while engaging in insightful discussions and networking opportunities.

More information: info.biocamp@novartis.com

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