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Abbott Professional Development Program |
| Industry: |
Industrial |
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North America |
| Open to: |
University graduates |
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| Duration: |
2-3 years |
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To qualify for the U.S. Professional Development Program, you must demonstrate:
* Strong academic performance and extracurricular achievement
* Leadership, communication and problem solving skills
* Exceptional interpersonal skills
* Proven track record of teamwork, adaptability, innovation, initiative and integrity
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| Description: |
The Abbott Professional Development Program (PDP) offers early career professionals (typically recent university graduates) the opportunity to build a broad foundation of work experience and business knowledge. Our Programs offer on-the-job learning while promoting leadership skill development and professional growth.
The program enables participants to explore career opportunities and experiences through a formal two to three year program based on the function or discipline with assignments in different areas of the business. PDPs are structured to ensure that participants develop key functional and leadership competencies through exposure to a wide range of projects and experiences.
A primary objective of the Professional Development Program is the development of participants in preparation for future key positions within the Abbott organization. Coaching and mentoring by our business leaders is a fundamental element of the program.
Abbott USA Professional Development Program
PDPs are highly selective, two-three year assignment and rotation-based programs built around formal learning and mentoring. As a member of the program you will contribute as a functioning professional in a specific area within the company, rotate through challenging, demanding and
diverse assignments and be paired with a mentor to assist in the development of your career.
Work assignments challenge you by requiring movement multiple times a year. This can be challenging both personally and professionally, as you are offered the chance to live in different cities and work at a variety of Abbott businesses in a short period of time. This experience places you in demanding assignments that draw on technical ability as well as professional and leadership skills. To make the most of your assignment experience, you are paired with a mentor who is an experienced Abbott leader. Your mentor assists in adjusting to the company and required work transitions, and supports your professional development.
By changing assignments throughout the program, you will develop a sound understanding of our company and develop your leadership, technical and interpersonal skills along the way. In fact, many program graduates are now in key leadership roles with the company.
Development Programs offer participants the same competitive salary and benefits as other full-time opportunities with Abbott.
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| More information: |
BusinessWeek magazine has named Abbott one of the "50 Best Places to Launch a Career" for our efforts and results in offering exceptional career opportunities for recent graduates. Abbott was the highest-ranking health care company on the list for the third year in a row.
Press release: September 8, 2008 |
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