HR Graduate Programme

International Operations HR Open for application now! Start your global career 1 September 2026. Our International Operations HR Programme will give you a broad range of invaluable skills and experiences as you work your way across different HR areas and countries. The programme has been designed to develop the next generation of HR leaders and give you the opportunity to make a difference to the millions of people who rely on our products. Are you one of tomorrow's key people? First rotation will be in Copenhagen, Denmark. This programme is open for applicant from all over the world. Read about the application process and learn more about the programme below and in the job advert. What's it about? Novo Nordisk International Operations encompasses markets in Europe, Africa, Asia, Oceania and Latin America. Employees working within Human Resources in Novo Nordisk have a wide range of roles and responsibilities – but all share the same commitment to excellence and to drive continued success of Novo Nordisk. During the two-year programme you will undertake three exciting and challenging rotations of eight months each, which will include our International Operations Strategic Operations People & Organisation (HR) department, one of our People & Operations Centres of Excellence, and a global affiliate office. You will gain hands-on experience with business challenges and risks in the pharmaceutical industry, partner with internal stakeholders and develop a strong P&O understanding to impact the business. You will build the competencies required to become a future P&O leader or specialist at Novo Nordisk. What's in it for me? We are a successful global pharmaceutical company and the world leader in diabetes care. Your skills, dedication and ambition will help us continue to change lives for the better as we grow our business and help millions of people around the world. Working at Novo Nordisk, you can therefore make a significant difference to patients and society while also delivering exciting results from a business perspective. During the HR graduate program, you will receive training and gain knowledge and invaluable international experience leading to both professional and personal development. You will develop your core skills within areas such as HR business partnering, employee relations, HR project management, or possibly in one of our global centres of excellence such as P&O Services & Operations, People, Leadership & Performance, or Global Talent Acquisition. Furthermore, you will work with senior managers and build an international network of world-class colleagues, establishing yourself as one of tomorrow's key people in business at Novo Nordisk. We've designed the program so that, following its successful completion, you will be equipped with the necessary skills and experience to become a valued and promising part of our Human Resources function within International Operations. We offer a competitive entry level salary.

Novo Nordisk is a successful global pharmaceutical company and the world leader in diabetes care. We are a purpose-driven company, driven to change lives for the better and help millions of people around the world.