Great place to begin your career - Business Technology Solutions Development Program AbbVie Employee Review

5.0
17 Jun 2021
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

-Three 8 month rotations over the course of two years. -Experience difference organizations under the umbrella of a great culture. -High exposure to leadership and rewarding opportunities

Cons

-It is located in the northern suburbs -Large company so it can be slower to adjust to enterprise changes

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