2026 Operations Development Program

Company Description

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok.

Job Description

Purpose

AbbVie's Operations Development Program (ODP) is a global three-year rotational leadership development program. Throughout the three diverse and challenging twelve-month rotations, the ODP member will develop exceptional functional and leadership traits by working on a wide range of projects while providing exposure to different leaders in the company. The program provides developmental experiences that places aspiring professionals on a fast track to future
operations leadership opportunities at AbbVie.

The goal of the program is to identify and develop AbbVie’s future leaders. The incumbents will combine technical and business knowledge with analytical strength and creative problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• ODP member will spend three years as a full-time salary employee in the program, completing three separate professional work assignments geared towards the following potential opportunities:
  • Engineering
  • Manufacturing
  • Quality
  • Science & Technology
  • Purchasing and Supplier Management
  • Supply Chain
  • Project Management 
• Be a regular full-time AbbVie’s employee and qualify for the same competitive salary and benefits as other AbbVie employees.
• Develop a well-rounded skill set through each of the ODP’s assignments.
• Have the opportunity to relocate to various sites globally (according to business need).
• Be paired with a mentor to assist in the development of the ODP’s career.
• Create a personalized development plan to serve as a step-by-step guide towards the experiences, knowledge, and resources necessary to achieve the ODP’s career goals.
• Obtain training customized to support the ODP’s individual growth and development.
• Report to a department manager in each assignment who will oversee the day-to-day responsibilities.
• Receive leadership training in collaboration with other functional development programs once a year.
• Conform to EH&S management system requirements and compliance obligations, promote continuous improvement, and consider EH&S aspects during the design and change process. Comply with all EHS procedures and policies including incident reporting, use of PPE, waste management and disposal, and any other program applicable according to the position duties.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Completing final year of a Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Must graduate with a bachelor’s degree prior to the intended full-time start date.
• Must demonstrate leadership skills (i.e., extracurricular activities or projects).
• Mobility is a key requirement. Members may be required to experience at least one assignment based in one of our U.S. Operations Plants and will rotate to different sites with each rotation based on business need.
• Minimum of one internship or co-op completed.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving, written, and verbal skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal, leadership, and project management skills.
• Proven track record of teamwork, adaptability, innovation, initiative, and integrity.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis without requiring sponsorship.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. 

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