MBA Leadership Development Rotation Program (LDRP) Associate

Medtronic; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 103,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Tuition assistance/reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flexible work model

Job summary

Medtronic’s MBA Leadership Development Rotation Program (LDRP) offers a structured path for high-potential MBAs in Minneapolis, MN. You will rotate through core business functions and work with talented professionals to solve complex healthcare challenges and develop strategic leadership skills.

The program provides formal development opportunities, mentorship from senior leaders, and exposure to key business decisions that shape the future of healthcare technology.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in an MBA program (second year).
• Ability to begin full-time employment in July 2027 after graduation.
• Minimum of 4 years (48 months) of full-time work experience.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship not offered for most roles.

Responsibilities

• Participate in rotational experiences across Upstream Marketing, Market & Therapy Development, Downstream Marketing, Business Development, and Strategy.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive growth strategies and healthcare innovation.
• Engage in mentorship, networking opportunities, and exposure to key business decisions that shape Medtronic’s future.

Skills

MBA program enrollment

Leadership potential

Education

MBA program (2nd year)

Job description

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 1 Jan 2027Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first — developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact.A Day in the LifeAs an MBA Leadership Development Rotation Program (LDRP) Associate, you will accelerate your development as a future business leader through a structured rotational experience designed to build broad business acumen, strategic thinking capabilities, and leadership skills. You will work alongside talented professionals across Medtronic to solve complex business challenges, drive growth strategies, and advance healthcare innovation.The MBA LDRP is designed to provide high-potential talent with exposure to critical business functions while creating a pipeline of future leaders for Medtronic. Throughout the program, associates will gain experiences that build enterprise perspective, strengthen cross-functional collaboration skills, and create meaningful business impact.Potential Rotation Areas Include:Upstream MarketingMarket & Therapy DevelopmentDownstream MarketingBusiness DevelopmentBusiness StrategyCommercial/SalesProgram StructureAssociates will receive formal development opportunities, mentorship from senior leaders, networking opportunities, and exposure to key business decisions that shape the future of healthcare technology.LOCATION AND WORK MODELMBA LDRP Associate roles are primarily based in Minneapolis, MN, but opportunities may also exist in other geographical areas.Medtronic follows a flexible work model that includes a minimum of four days per week onsite as part of our commitment to professional growth, cross-functional collaboration, and engineering the extraordinary.MUST HAVE: MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSTo be considered for this role, please ensure your resume clearly demonstrates the following:Current enrollment in an MBA program (second year)Ability to begin full-time employment in July 2027 following graduationMinimum of 4 years (48 months) full-time work experienceApplicants for Medtronic’s LDRP must be currently authorized to work in the United States. Medtronic does not sponsor work authorization for these positions. Individuals on temporary visa classifications, including E, F‑1 (CPT or OPT), H‑1, H‑2, L, B, J, or TN, as well as anyone who requires employment sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for the Program.NICE TO HAVE: PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS4+ years of progressive professional experience with increasing responsibilityGlobal experience through international work, study, or cross-cultural collaborationInterest in technology, healthcare, medical devices, or innovation demonstrated through academic or professional experiencePassion for advancing healthcare and improving patient outcomesFor Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.Physical Job RequirementsThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.U.S. Work Authorization & SponsorshipAt Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.Recruitment Fraud AlertWe are aware of phishing scams targeting job seekers. Please keep the following in mind:Apply only through official Medtronic channels. All legitimate Medtronic recruiting communications come from approved Medtronic platforms and official @medtronic.com email addresses.Medtronic will never ask for payment or sensitive personal information (such as bank account or Social Security details) during early stages of the hiring process. Any such requests are not legitimate.If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from Medtronic, do not respond, click links, or open attachments.If you have any questions, concerns regarding the authenticity of a communication alleged to have been made by or on behalf of Medtronic, please contact us immediately at [e-mail] .Benefits & CompensationMedtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits PackageA commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$103,200.00 - $154,800.00This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance , Health Savings Account , Healthcare Flexible Spending Account , Life insurance, Long-term disability leave , Dependent daycare spending account , Tuition assistance/reimbursement , and Simple Steps (global well-being program).The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match , Short-term disability , Paid time off , Paid holidays , Employee Stock Purchase Plan , Employee Assistance Program , Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums) , and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.Further details are available at the link below:Medtronic benefits and compensation plansIt is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.If you are applying to perform work for Medtronic, Inc. (“Medtronic”) in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, you can find here a list of all material job duties of the specific job position which Medtronic reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. Medtronic will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.