US People and Organization Graduate (Plainsboro, NJ, US)

About the Department

Imagine being a part of a team committed to helping people defeat diabetes and other serious chronic conditions. Here at Novo Nordisk, we seek out opportunities to contribute to healthier communities and better lives for all people. And, that’s what you’ll gain by joining Novo Nordisk’s People & Organization (P&O) team. Our P&O team is passionate about their purpose – enabling business success the Novo Nordisk Way by turning the Company’s business strategy into an actionable workforce strategy. A strategy which captures the entire employee life-cycle. At Novo Nordisk, you will join an inclusive team of diverse talent and benefit from a range of possibilities for professional and personal development. Are you ready?

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

If you meet the criteria and are interested in joining the program, please make sure to submit your application no later than 30 October 2026.

Important: Prepare this before you apply

Before clicking the apply button please ensure you have uploaded your CV/Resume, and motivational letter in English. The motivational letter should be uploaded where the system indicates to upload your cover letter.

In the motivational letter, we expect to learn more about your motivation for wanting to join Novo Nordisk and the Graduate Program, as well as your personal and professional competencies. Hence, make sure you include:

•    Your motivation – why do you want to join the pharmaceutical industry, Novo Nordisk, and the Graduate Program?

•    Your expectations – what are your expectations of the graduate program and how will the program support your career aspirations?

•    Your fit – which personal and professional competences makes you a great fit for the program? List 3 personal competences and explain how you will use them to succeed on the program.

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.

If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

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