Information Technology Leadership Development Program

Are you ready to deliver results as you establish your career in information technology? The Johnson & Johnson Information Technology Leadership Development Program (ITLDP) can give you a chance to put your skills to the test across a range of companies and applications within our global enterprise.

If you’re about to graduate and are looking for an opportunity to launch your career in a way that will provide a strong foundation for future growth, then we invite you to explore the ITLDP.

On this page, you can learn about ITLDP program benefits, the rotational experience, training, coaching and development, and post-program expectations. You’ll also find information on the qualities we seek in candidates, and information about the application process.

View ITLDP opportunities by clicking the link below.

ITLDP Positions*

* Opportunities may only be listed during the months of August through October each year.

Program Benefits

Exposes participants to a range of opportunities and choices
Participants have the opportunity to deliver real results in the areas of business, technology, and process/project management throughout various operating companies
The ability to interact frequently with senior management, attend high-caliber classroom training, and build a strong and lasting global network of colleagues

The Rotational Experience

Participants will rotate through two assignments over the course of 19 months

As an ITLDP associate you will participate in exciting activities such as:

Creating solutions to real IT problems
Investigating and recommending new technology software
Becoming part of a global team to implement enterprise-wide solutions
Applying process excellence concepts to data and processes

Training

During the 19 month program, participants receive approximately four weeks of intensive classroom education, in addition to “just-in-time” eLearning, and their on-the-job development experiences
Each ITLDP class experiences the training as a group, developing a close network of colleagues
The curriculum provides a foundation of leadership, business, and technical skills that help participants succeed in their careers
Participants get to know Our Credo and the Johnson & Johnson Global Leadership Profile, as well as an overview of our worldwide businesses
Participants have the opportunity to obtain Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (a globally recognized program that is sponsored by the Project Management Institute)

Coaching and Development

All participants have the opportunity to receive mentoring from an IT mentor who is dedicated to the development of future IT leaders
The mentor provides personal, informal support throughout and after the program
Program participants receive additional support and guidance from rotation managers, the ITLDP team, and other ITLDP program participants

Program Completion and Post-Program Expectations

Upon successful completion of ITLDP, participants will have a foundation for future positions of greater scope and responsibility, based upon their business experiences, training, and leadership skills development. Successful participants will also have established important working relationships with colleagues, senior IT management, and other ITDLP associates. For those who qualify, additional leadership development program opportunities exist to further accelerate their careers.

Qualities We Seek in ITLDP Candidates

We’re looking for individuals who demonstrate a commitment to excellence and achievement, strong leadership potential, technical skills and experience, business acumen, excellent communication abilities, and the willingness to develop and apply advanced technology skills in a dynamic team-oriented environment. Candidates should also have strong interpersonal skills, share the values of our Credo, and have the passion to build dynamic careers within I/T where they can make a difference.

Application Process

Between September and October each year we recruit at the schools below. If you attend one of these schools, contact the campus career services office at your school to determine when Johnson & Johnson recruiters will be at your school and how you can meet with them.

Carnegie Mellon University
Cornell University
Drexel University
Florida A&M University
Howard University
Lafayette College
New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT)

Penn State University
Princeton University
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI)
Rutgers University
Stevens Institute of Technology
University of California/Berkeley
University of Cincinnati

We also review a limited number of applications from other schools during September and October each year. If you’d like to apply for placement, review the details of our available positions by clicking on the link below. From there you’ll be able to begin the application process.

If you are selected to advance in the application process, then we'll contact you during our September/October review period.