Technical Development Program (TDP)

About the role

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

Key responsibilities

• Complete three full-time assignments, each reported to a department manager who oversees day-to-day responsibilities.
• Develop a well-rounded skill set through the assignments and build a personalized development plan.
• Receive customized training and annual leadership training with other functional development programs.
• Be paired with a mentor to support career development.
• Relocate to different sites globally according to business need, 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.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. permanently without sponsorship.
• Mobility is a key requirement.