US People and Organization Graduate

Novo Nordisk A/S; Plainsboro Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 91,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Novo Nordisk A/S is offering a US Human Resources Leadership Rotation for recent graduates. The program rotates through DEIB, Learning and Leadership Development, Talent Management, HR Operations, and more, with exposure to national and global projects and mentored development.

Rotations last 6–8 months each over two years, including a global assignment. Applicants should hold a Master’s degree or higher in HR/OD/Business Management and have limited post-graduate work experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or higher in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or Business Management.
• GPA of 3.5 or higher required.
• 1–2 years of relevant work experience; 12–18 months post-graduate window.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Global mindset and adaptability are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete three rotations over 2 years, including one global rotation (6–8 months each).
• Support Talent Management projects and contribute to the USO Graduate Program development.
• Participate in cross-functional HR projects and learn processes across departments.
• Engage in site visits, customer events, and skills trainings to build capability.

Skills

Global mindset

Team player

Excellent communication

Willingness to learn

Education

Master’s Degree or higher in HR/OD/Business Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Position

The US Human Resources Graduate Programs objective is to strengthen the talent pipeline by attracting, recruiting and developing recent post-graduate talents who have the potential to grow into managing leaders throughout the organization in the future. This specific role will be a Human Resource Leadership Rotation, rotating through various areas of the HR (DEIB, Learning and Leadership Development, Talent Management, HR Operations, etc). Graduates will be included in and drive national and global projects and gain the necessary professional and personal skills to be successfully equipped for full-time employment at Novo Nordisk.

Relationships

Reports formally into the program manager/director within Talent Management, US Operations (USO) Employee Experience. The graduate will have a host manager appointed by the department where the graduate is positioned. This daily contact will provide the foundation to train the graduate in the processes and responsibilities of the department according to the overall objective of the graduate program. All graduates will meet on a monthly/bi-monthly basis with the Program Manager within the USO Talent Management Team Graduates will interact across the HR/People organization. The graduate will have opportunity to work on projects and different areas, get involved in the company's initiatives and activities, learn from different environments and work cross-functionally. This role does not have any direct or indirect reports.

Essential Functions

• Graduates will complete three rotations in 2 years, including one global rotation. Each rotation has a length of 6-8 months. Rotations projects will come from functions within the HR/People Organization. Assignments will be based on demands of the business and background of the graduate. Each rotation will have customized goals/objectives and support the program’s overall objective:
• To attract, develop and retain outstanding talents by offering the opportunity to gain in-depth understanding of how to solve complex problems in an international pharmaceutical company such as Novo Nordisk
• These responsibilities concern all graduates:
• To take part in projects of the daily department and to ideally become responsible for certain elements of these projects
• To contribute to the development of well-thought-out solutions
• To be critical and constructive in relation to the projects in which the graduates participate
• To plan and take part in graduate activities such as site visits, 'meet the customers' events and other skill training activities
• To contribute to the development and improvement of the USO Graduate Program
• To facilitate knowledge-sharing among current graduates, also from other graduate program tracks within Novo Nordisk
• To facilitate and contribute to the development of a network amongst and beyond graduates
• To live by the Novo Way values and incorporate this in all actions

Physical Requirements

Incumbents will spend 1/3 of the graduate program in an international assignment.

Qualifications

• Education Level: Master’s Degree or higher in Relevant Field (i.e. degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Management) required
• Experience Level: No more than 12-18 months post-graduate from program; 1-2 years of relevant work experience required at the time of application
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint): required
• Academic Skill: Documented GPA of 3.5 or higher required
• Additional Skills: Ability to approach tasks and situations with a global mindset preferred
• Ability to adapt to change required
• Team player attitude required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
• Driven and eager to learn
• Demonstrates optimism and resilience, approaching challenges with a positive outlook and confidence in achieving long-term success despite setbacks
• Exhibits strong situational self-awareness by remaining present, receptive and adaptable in dynamic environments while considering diverse perspectives and feedback
• Possesses a high degree of curiosity, seeking to understand complex business challenges, identify patterns across functions and develop innovative solutions
• Demonstrates self-awareness and awareness of impact, actively reflecting on personal strengths, development opportunities and the effect of actions and communication on others
• Shows a commitment to continuous learning, personal growth and leveraging feedback to enhance individual and organizational effectiveness
• Embraces ambiguity and change with a growth mindset, demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to explore new approaches

Novo Nordisk cannot provide visa sponsorship for this position

The base compensation for this position is $101,000. Base compensation is determined based on a number of factors. This position is also eligible for a company bonus based on individual and company performance.

Novo Nordisk offers long-term incentive compensation and or company vehicles depending on the position's level or other company factors.

Employees are also eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs including medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan; flexible spending accounts; employee assistance program; tuition reimbursement program; and voluntary benefits such as group legal, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance and auto/home insurance. The Company also offers time off pursuant to its sick time policy, flex-able vacation policy and parental leave policy.

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes - we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger - a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.