1

Graduate Development Program Jobs in New York, NY

next page

Showing results 1-20

Graduate Development Program information

See New York, NY salary details

$35.3K

$132.4K

$220.5K

How much do graduate development program jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for graduate development program in New York, NY is $132,353.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,300.00 and $157,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a graduate development program?

A Graduate Development Program (GDP) is an entry-level job designed for recent graduates to gain structured training and hands-on experience in a specific industry or company. These programs typically last from one to three years and include rotations across different departments, mentorship, and professional development opportunities. The goal is to equip graduates with the skills, knowledge, and experience needed for long-term career growth within the organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the graduate development program?

To thrive in a Graduate Development Program, candidates typically need a relevant bachelor's degree, a strong academic record, and enthusiasm for learning in a professional environment. Familiarity with industry-specific software, data analysis tools, or project management systems can be beneficial depending on the sector. Excellent communication, adaptability, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities help individuals stand out in this rotational, mentorship-driven setting. These skills and qualifications are vital for successfully integrating into diverse teams, learning quickly, and maximizing the opportunities these programs offer for early-career development.

What kinds of career advancement opportunities can I expect after completing a graduate development program?

Graduate Development Programs are designed to fast-track participants into roles of greater responsibility by providing exposure to multiple business areas and structured mentorship. Upon completion, graduates may transition directly into specialized positions within the organization, often with clearer pathways to leadership or management roles. Many programs also offer ongoing professional development, networking opportunities, and support from senior leaders to help alumni continue growing their careers. The skills and insights gained throughout the program make graduates highly competitive for a wide range of future opportunities within the company or industry.

What cities near New York, NY are hiring for Graduate Development Program jobs?

Cities near New York, NY with the most Graduate Development Program job openings:

Infographic showing various Graduate Development Program job openings in New York, NY as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $132,353 per year, or $63.6 per hour.

2027 E-HR Leadership Development Program

Jj

New Brunswick, NJ • On-site

$141K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions are personal.Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.Learn more at jnj.com

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function:

Career Programs

Job Sub Function:

HR LDP

Job Category:

Career Program

All Job Posting Locations:

New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America

Job Description:

Johnson & Johnson's Experienced HR Leadership Development Program (E-HRLDP) is consistently ranked as one of the top Leadership Development Program in Human Resources by MBA-Exchange.com (as voted by students from over 100 MBA schools globally).
This best-in-class HRLDP is designed to develop experienced professionals in their journey to become the global HR leaders of tomorrow, through:

  • Unmatched depth of broad-based experience across the J&J operating model.
  • A prescriptive two-year Development Journey designed to support your on-going development.
  • Relationships spanning our global businesses, HR community and executive leadership.


E-HRLDP Full-Time Program Description:

The E-HRLDP is a two-year, full time rotational program enabling highly motivated graduate students to develop into Johnson & Johnson's HR Leaders of the future.
Through the rotational assignments, you will have the opportunity to be part of teams engaging in strategic collaboration with J&J businesses and functions on local, regional and/or a global level in diverse areas (e.g. may include Workforce Analytics, Employee / Labor Relations, Talent Management / Acquisition, Compensation & Benefits, HR Operations, Global Learning Delivery and more). You may diagnose needs and provide strategic solutions as an HR Business Partner across our business sectors, R&D, enterprise Supply Chain or Corporate Functions. All rotational assignments and your first role upon HRLDP graduation are determined by the HRLDP Program Office.


Capabilities:

  • Excellent learning agility - ability to digest information quickly, apply existing knowledge in new makes, make connections across different areas and identify key questions / areas to explore.

  • Collaborative and applies a global mindset - can deliver strong results in close partnership with others across work areas, functions and geographies.

  • Strong analytic capabilities, enabling you to leverage data to generate insights and drive evidence-based decision making.

  • Leadership aptitude, including the ability to build strong partnerships - you communicate, engage with and influence others effectively (in person / virtually), and can integrate needs and perspectives of multiple, diverse stakeholders across a global matrix organization.

  • Sophisticated critical and strategic thinking skills, with keen curiosity, aptitude for problem solving and willingness to take risk and challenge the status quo.

  • Demonstrated ability to rapidly learn, evaluate, and adopt new AI tools and platforms to meet evolving project needs.


You should meet the following requirements:

  • Authorization to work in the United States is required. (The company does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1-B status). Students currently in the country on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT require future sponsorship for long-term employment.

  • You are a Graduate student completing your MBA, Master's Degree or Ph.D. with focus in HR Management, Industrial-Organizational psychology, any HR-related disciplines or any business-related disciplines, and intended graduation date between May 2025 - July 2027

  • 5 years or more of prior full time, professional work experience is required (Full time is equivalent to working 40 hours or more weekly, on a continuous basis).

  • Previous HR experience is preferred, but not required (may vary by region).

  • You are geographically mobile for your rotations and final placement of the full-time program.

  • Fluency in English is required, as well as fluency in the language of the country where the Internship assignment is located. Fluency in a second language is desired.

Positions will be located at one of our J&J sites within North America.

An internal pre-identified candidate for consideration has been identified. However, all applications will be considered.


The base pay for this position is $141,000/year.
The Company maintains highly competitive, performance-based compensation programs. Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan. The annual performance bonus is a cash bonus intended to provide an incentive to achieve annual targeted results by rewarding for individual and the corporation's performance over a calendar/performance year. Bonuses are awarded at the Company's discretion on an individual basis.
This position is eligible for a sign-on and/or early incentive bonus.
Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs such as health insurance, savings plan, pension plan, disability plan, vacation pay, sick time, holiday pay, and work, personal and family time off in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans. Additional information can be found through the link below.
For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to:https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits
Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants' needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers , internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

141,000

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company's consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). This position is eligible to participate in the Company's long-term incentive program. Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: Vacation -120 hours per calendar year Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado -48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington -56 hours per calendar year. Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays -13 days per calendar year. Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year. Parental Leave - 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child. Bereavement Leave - 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year. Caregiver Leave - 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days. Volunteer Leave - 32 hours per calendar year. Military Spouse Time-Off - 80 hours per calendar year. For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits