Operations Global Graduate Associates Programme

Location:

Location will be based on Pathway

AstraZeneca is shaping the future of global healthcare, driving innovation and technological advancements to benefit millions of patients around the world. Our Operations organisation’s goal is simple: to ensure that patients worldwide are supplied with cost-effective, life-changing medicines. Operations is the crucial link between our Research and Development lab and the pharmacy shelf. We operate in over 100 countries, and our medicines are used around the globe.

Our two-year rotational programme prepares you for accelerated entry into an impactful role, helping shape your future within AstraZeneca’s Operations organisation. Since its launch in 2009, more than 300 graduates have completed the programme and gone on to exciting careers.

Starting in September 2027, graduates will join one of three pathways within the programme. While all graduates follow the same two-year structure and benefit from a shared learning, development and global cohort experience, rotation opportunities are tailored to each pathway.

You’ll join one of the following tracks:

Designed for those interested in manufacturing and operations, this pathway provides experience across our production network and supply chain. Graduates will typically begin at our Newark, DE, Copell, TX or Mt. Vernon, IN sites and rotate to other locations throughout the programme.

Typical rotations may include:

• Technical or engineering-focused experience
• Manufacturing site operations, supply chain, quality or production support
• A global Operations function or strategic project

Designed for those interested in pharmaceutical science and product development, this pathway provides experience across the lifecycle of a medicine, from development through commercialisation. Rotations will primarily be based in Durham, NC.

Typical rotations may include:

• Product or process development
• Laboratory-based, technical or scientific experience
• A global PT&D function, digital capability area or a strategic project

Designed for those interested in engineering and capital project delivery, this pathway provides hands-on experience across the full lifecycle of major projects, while developing technical, leadership and project management skills that support AstraZeneca’s global manufacturing and R&D network.

Rotations will be based in Gaithersburg, MD.

Typical rotations may include:

• Front end studies and project definition
• Capital project delivery and project management
• Technical engineering and design
• Sustainability and digital engineering initiatives

• Meaningful Impact:
  Work on challenging projects and contribute to healthcare advancements by helping us drive innovative solutions that save lives.
• Global Environment:
  Contribute to projects with global impact and collaborate with global colleagues.
• Global
  
  Experience:
  
  Take part in 3 global cohort meet-ups across the two-year programme, hosted in the Americas, EMEA and APAC, giving you dedicated time to connect, collaborate and learn with peers from around the world.
• Mentorship and Career Development:
  Tailored mentorship, structured training, and development opportunities from industry experts to help you channel your skills, learn about yourself and build a career.
• Community:
  Join an open environment where every voice is valued and heard, and employees are empowered to bring their best selves to work.

• Bachelor’s or or Master’s degree awarded in 2026 or due to be awarded in 2027
• Degree discipline relevant…