Novo Nordisk |
Novo Nordisk is a global healthcare leader committed to defeating serious chronic diseases through innovation and patient-focused solutions. With over 69,000 employees in 80 offices worldwide and a strong presence in Ireland’s thriving pharmaceutical sector, Novo Nordisk offers graduates a unique opportunity to join a purpose-driven organisation. Our two-year Graduate Programme combines hands-on experience, global rotations, and continuous development, preparing future leaders to make a real impact on millions of lives.
About Novo Nordisk
Novo Nordisk is a global healthcare company, founded in 1923 and headquartered just outside Copenhagen, Denmark. Our purpose is to drive change to defeat serious chronic diseases, built upon our heritage in diabetes. We do so by pioneering scientific breakthroughs, expanding access to our medicines and working to prevent and ultimately cure the diseases we treat. We employ more than 69,000 people in 80 offices around the world, and market our products in 170 countries. Our focus is on the serious chronic diseases that affect hundreds of millions of people and are among the most urgent global health challenges. By combining our innovation and commercial excellence, we draw upon insights from patients and partners to transform bold ideas into life-saving and preventive medicines. We have marketed products to treat type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, obesity, haemophilia, and growth disorders.
Culture & Values
Novo Nordisk’s culture is rooted in responsibility, collaboration, and innovation. We believe that success comes from combining scientific excellence with a strong ethical foundation. Our values include:
- Patient-Centric Approach: Every decision starts with improving patient lives and delivering better health outcomes.
- Innovation & Excellence: We invest heavily in research and technology to stay at the forefront of healthcare solutions.
- Sustainability Commitment: We aim for zero environmental impact and actively support global health initiatives.
- Diversity & Inclusion: Our teams span 80 countries, fostering an inclusive environment where different perspectives drive creativity.
- Integrity & Ethics: We uphold the highest standards of compliance and transparency in all operations.
- Collaboration: We work across disciplines and geographies to create solutions that matter globally.
Career Development
At Novo Nordisk, we invest in your future from day one. Our graduate programme is designed to build leadership skills and technical expertise through:
- Structured Learning Paths: Tailored modules for technical and soft skills.
- Global Mentorship: Access to experienced leaders and alumni network.
- International Assignments: Opportunities to work across global sites.
- Continuous Feedback: Regular check-ins and coaching to support your growth.
- Leadership Pipeline: Preparing graduates for impactful roles within the organisation.
Our Graduate Programme
Based in Athlone, our graduate programme is 2 years in duration and offers a great opportunity to put what you have learned through your undergraduate studies into practice and carve the path to your future career. Our programme focuses on rotating through different departments in Novo Nordisk, getting hands on experience and exposure to many different facets of our manufacturing and R&D site. Some of the rotations include Engineering, Information Technology, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Validation, Regulatory Supply Chain. We offer excellent opportunities for career development in an environment that is science-driven, inclusive and collaborative. Participants in the programme are eligible to receive a competitive salary, healthcare, pension and other benefits.
Your learning journey continues with a variety of training and development programs including your personal brand, communication, people management and technical courses which lends to our culture of continuous learning, empowering individuals to drive their own growth and development. This programme utilises a blended learning approach.
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