Job Description

About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices,nutritionalsand branded generic medicines. Our 113,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Abbott serves the Irish market with a diverse range of healthcare products including diagnostics, medical devices andnutritionalsproducts. In Ireland, Abbott employs over 5,000 people across nine sites. We have six manufacturing facilitieslocatedin Clonmel, Cootehill, Donegal, Longford and Sligo and a third-party manufacturing management operation in Sligo. Abbott has commercial, support operations and shared services in Dublin and Galway. We have beenoperatingin Ireland since 1946.

Abbott Ireland Diabetes Care Division Donegal

The Abbott Diabetes Care division based in Donegal Town manufactures FreeStyle blood glucose test strips and FreeStyle Sensors for use in diabetes management. Among Abbott Diabetes Care leading brands are the FreeStyle Precision, FreeStyle Lite and FreeStyle Libre system.

Abbott Diabetes Care STEM Graduate Program

This is a fantastic opportunity for STEM Graduates to have a rounded work experience as they start their careers. Mentorship and guidance will be provided throughout the program. Upon graduation, candidates will move to their assigned full-time position, having experienced the widest range in the STEM field in ADC Donegal

Please note any offer of employment for this position is  conditional upon the successful completion  of a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and alcohol screening, conducted by a medical

practitioner designated by the Company

Our STEM Graduate Programmeis designed to help you launch your career with confidence

This programme offers a structured, supportive, andhands‑onexperience, giving you exposure to real projects, expert mentors, and multiple departments -not just observation, but meaningful contribution from day one.

By the end of the programme, successful graduates transition into permanentfull‑timeroles, equipped with strong technical capability,cross‑functionalexperience, and a clear career path.

WhatYou’llExperience

Rotations &Real‑WorldImpact

• Structured rotations across Engineering and Technical departments

• Hands‑oninvolvement in live manufacturing, validation, and process improvement projects

• Exposure to cross‑functionalcollaborationusing tools such as Power BI, JMP, Agile, and DMAIC

Learning, Mentorship & Development

• Awell‑definedonboarding and mentoring framework

• Support from:

• A buddyfroma previousgraduate cohort

• A dedicated mentor(from another STEM area)

• Your line manager and L&D

• Access to structured L&D modules, including Operational Excellence and Yellow Belt projects

• Regular career developmentcheck‑insand feedback

Growth Beyond the Role

Participants are given meaningful opportunities to build their leadership capability, confidence, and presentation skills throughout the programme. They engage directly with site leaders through initiatives such as “Day in the Life” sessions,knowledge‑sharingforums, and graduate showcases and celebrations, providing valuable exposure andreal‑worldinsight. Graduates are also encouraged to activelyparticipatein internal networks, community initiatives, and the organisation’s continuous improvement culture, helping them to developa strong senseof connection, contribution, and ownership from early in their careers

WhoWe’reLooking For

We’relooking for ambitious, curious, and motivated graduateswho want to build along‑termcareer in STEM within industry.

You’llBring:

• A STEM degree(Engineering, Science, Technology,Mathematicsor related discipline)

• A 2:1 degree or higher(or expected)

• A genuine interest in learning,problem‑solving, and impact

Bonus (but not essential):

• Relevant work placement, internship, or project experience

• Evidence of community involvement, teamwork, or leadership

• An interest in developing your career locally in Donegal and theNorth West

Why Choose ADC Donegal?

• Proven pathway from graduate to permanent role

• Real projects with real responsibility

• A supportive,people‑focusedculture

• A chance to contribute tolife‑changingmedical technology

Youwon’tjust “do a graduate programme” — you’llbuild a career

Closing Date: April 30th 2026

Programme Start Date:September 2026
Location:Abbott Diabetes Care, Donegal Town

The base pay for this position is

N/A

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:

Engineering

DIVISION:

LOCATION:

Ireland > Donegal Town : R267

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

TRAVEL:

Not specified

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Yes

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Not Applicable