Operations Development Program

About the role

AbbVie's Operations Development Program (ODP) is a three-year, full-time salary program for recent graduates. Participants complete three separate professional work assignments leading toward opportunities in engineering, manufacturing, quality, science and technology, purchasing and supplier management, or supply chain. The program is open to US and Puerto Rico applicants only.

Key responsibilities

• Complete three professional assignments, each reported to a department manager who oversees day-to-day responsibilities.
• Develop a well-rounded skill set and build a personalized development plan with a mentor to guide career growth.
• Receive customized training and annual leadership training with other functional development programs.
• Relocate to different global sites as needed, including at least one assignment at a U.S. operations plant.
• Comply with EHS procedures and policies, including incident reporting, PPE use, waste management and disposal.

Required profile

• Final year of a Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering, graduated before the start date.
• Minimum of one internship or co-op completed; cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, proven teamwork, adaptability, initiative and integrity.
• Excellent problem-solving, written and verbal skills, and exceptional interpersonal and project management skills.
• Mobility is a key requirement, and must be authorized to work in the U.S. permanently without sponsorship.