Pfizer Digital Rotational Program
“Your Technology Career in Healthcare Begins Here”
About the Digital Rotational Program
Pfizer Digital continuously seeks opportunities to bring fresh and innovative ideas to our business. The Digital Rotational Program is looking for recent college graduates to join our fast-paced organization and contribute to the innovative culture we strive to maintain. The Rotational Program gives college graduates the opportunity to rotate through various rotations approximately 6-12 months each for a period of 24 months, acquiring essential skills and knowledge along the way.
The mission of this program is to accelerate the development of knowledge and skills through experiences within Pfizer Digital to find the best fit for the individual and the organization, as well as find new and innovative ways to deliver quality Information Technology solutions to Pfizer.
About the Digital Rotational Program
Pfizer Digital continuously seeks opportunities to bring fresh and innovative ideas to our business. The Digital Rotational Program is looking for recent college graduates to join our fast-paced organization and contribute to the innovative culture we strive to maintain. The Rotational Program gives college graduates the opportunity to rotate through various rotations approximately 6-12 months each for a period of 24 months, acquiring essential skills and knowledge along the way.
The mission of this program is to accelerate the development of knowledge and skills through experiences within Pfizer Digital to find the best fit for the individual and the organization, as well as find new and innovative ways to deliver quality Information Technology solutions to Pfizer.
Designed to grow your skills & experience to prepare you for placement in a regular Digital role at the end of the rotational assignments.
To find out more about each Rotational Assignment, hover over each rotation
Accelerate
Your Career
Development
To gain fundamental skills & experience
Try a different Digital Group or Role to explore new IT skills
Build upon your expertise & broaden your skills
Define and prepare you for you a regular position in Digital.
A regular Digital Role based on your skills, interests and organizational needs.
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Rotation 1
To gain fundamental skills & experience
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Rotation 2
Try a different Digital Group or Role to explore new IT skills
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Rotation 3
Build upon your expertise & broaden your skills
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Rotation 4
Define and prepare you for you a regular position in Digital.
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Final Placement
A regular Digital Role based on your skills, interests and organizational needs.
Digital Rotational Opportunities
- DIGITAL ROTATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
- APPLICATION KEY DATES & PROCESS
- QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
- LOCATIONS
Digital Rotational Opportunities
Our Digital organization is made up of several sub-organizations, each referred to as a Digital Group and aligned to different functions of the company. Rotational positions are available across various Global Digital organizations such as Infrastructure, Information Security, R&D, Manufacturing, Sales & Marketing.
When you apply for the rotational program, your application will be shared with managers in each of the Digital Groups above. If selected for further interviewing, we will invite you to interview with one or more Digital Groups. If you are hired, you will be hired into one of those Digital Groups but you will be offered Cross-Line opportunities through the rotational program to enable you to gain experience in different areas of the Digital organization.
At Pfizer we believe in a better future, and everything we do represents that investment – including the Digital Rotational Program. It is designed to accelerate your development, and help you find the best fit within our organization.
Within the different Digital Group, there are different types of roles grouped into two tracks:
Technical Track:
Technically-oriented tracks focus on developing skills such as Software Engineering, Technical Architecture, Information Security and Data Analytics. Our teams use cutting edge next generation technologies and analytics to develop systems, algorithms, and services which provide pharmaceutical therapies that improve patients’ lives. Roles within this area are suitable for candidates with a strong technical background.
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Create applications and services using languages such as Java, C#, JavaScript, PHP, and Python
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Contribute to project implementing cloud-based solution in platforms like AWS, utilizing tools such as S3, Lambda, and Redshift, among others
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Design and build software products for web, desktop, and mobile clients (both iOS and Android)
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Learn various software development methodologies, such as agile and waterfall, and how software projects are progressed from idea through design and implementation and on through deployment and support
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Integrate systems using a variety of platform integration methods and tools
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Optimize application architecture and systems performance for on premise and cloud-based applications
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Design, document, implement, support and monitor technology infrastructure
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Help move Pfizer's digital and "data-first" strategy forward by working on projects centered around the creation of data lakes, the application of new, sophisticated search techniques (such as Elasticsearch, et al), and advanced analytics
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Perform advanced analytics and visualization techniques, combine computer science and data science skills and capabilities using tools such as Spotfire, Tableau, Splunk, PowerBI
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Document and transfer knowledge to others as needed
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Collaborate to enhance culture and awareness of pharmaceutical industry
General Track:
The general track focuses on developing skills to interface with clients and deliver value in IT projects and initiatives. It is suitable for candidates pursuing Business Management, Finance, Supply Chain, Life Sciences, Communications, and other non-technical degrees.
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Engage with the customer to define their journey, touchpoints and digital experience
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Gather, analyze, document and communicate business and technical requirements
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Perform Business process mapping and analysis
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Oversee and manage the rollout and support of technology solutions
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Communicate updates and key milestones
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Track project or department financials
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Perform Risk identification and management
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Document and transfer knowledge to others as needed
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Collaborate to enhance culture and awareness of pharmaceutical industry
Application Key Dates & Process
| Event | Date: |
|---|---|
| Job Posting Opens | September 16th, 2019 |
| Job Posting Closes | September 27th, 2019 |
| Interviews Start | October, 2019 |
| Interviews End | November, 2019 |
| Job Offers Start | November, 2019 |
Qualifications and Skills
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree Required, Minimum GPA 3.0
No more than 2 years full-time continuous work experience in a business/corporate environment
Preferred Majors:
- Computer Science
- Information Security
- Data Science
- Engineering
- Management Information Systems
- Business
- Management
- Finance
- Supply Chain
- Life Sciences
- Communications or equivalent
Discipline Skills Preferred
Basic skills in at least one information technology related discipline such as:
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Software and Mobile Development
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Programming Languages
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Technical Architecture
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Cyber Security and Risk Management
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Bioinformatics
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Data Analytics
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Business Analysis
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Project Management
Non Technical Skills Preferred
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Willingness to contribute fresh and innovative ideas
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Technological aptitude
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Change agile; must take action on projects quickly
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Seizes accountability/self-starter
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Quickly learns new skills and knowledge readily
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Team oriented
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Demonstrated business acumen and leadership behavior
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Excellent oral and written communication skills
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Excellent analytic and problem solving skills
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Negotiation and influencing skills
Work Authorization
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Must be immediately authorized to work in the U.S. without the employer’s sponsorship. This job or any derived full time opportunity is not eligible for permanent residence (green card) sponsorship under our guidelines.
Locations
Digital Groups are mostly associated with specific locations. Your placement is determined by a combination of factors, including your hiring Digital Group, your location preference, and space considerations at the facilities.
Hover over the stars to view each Pfizer office
Digital Rotational Opportunities
Our Digital organization is made up of several sub-organizations, each referred to as a Digital Group and aligned to different functions of the company. The Digital Groups that currently hire Rotational Associates include:
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Business Technology Infrastructure
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Corporate Functions
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Digital Mobile
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Enterprise Resource Planning
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Global Information Security
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Pfizer Global Supply & Finance
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Pfizer Innovative Health
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Strategy, Enterprise Solutions & Risk Management
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Worldwide Research and Development
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Worldwide Safety, Regulatory and Medical
When you apply for the rotational program, your application will be shared with managers in each of the Digital Groups above. If selected for further interviewing, we will invite you to interview with one or more Digital Groups. If you are hired, you will be hired into a position of these Digital Groups but you will be offered Cross-Line opportunities through the rotational program to enable you to gain experience in different areas of the Digital organization.
At Pfizer we believe in a better future, and everything we do represents that investment – including the Digital Rotational Program. It is designed to accelerate your development, and help you find the best fit within our organization.
Within the different Digital Group, there are different types of roles grouped into two tracks:
Technical Track:
Technically-oriented tracks focus on developing skills such as Software Engineering, Technical Architecture, Information Security and Data Analytics. Our teams use cutting edge next generation technologies and analytics to develop systems, algorithms, and services which provide pharmaceutical therapies that improve patients’ lives. Roles within this area are suitable for candidates with a strong technical background.
-
Create applications and services using languages such as Java, C#, JavaScript, PHP, and Python
-
Design and build software products for web, desktop, and mobile clients (both iOS and Android)
-
Integrate systems using a variety of platform integration methods and tools
-
Optimize application architecture and systems performance for on premise and cloud-based applications
-
Design, document, implement, support and monitor technology infrastructure
-
Build reports, interfaces and data feeds
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Utilize statistics, visualization and analytics to derive insights form data
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Perform advanced analytics combining computer science and data science skills and capabilities using tools such as Spotfire and/or Tableau
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Document and transfer knowledge to others as needed
-
Collaborate to enhance culture and awareness of pharmaceutical industry
General Track:
The general track focuses on developing skills to interface with clients and deliver value in IT projects and initiatives. It is suitable for candidates pursuing Business Management, Finance, Supply Chain, Life Sciences, Communications, and other non-technical degrees.
-
Gather, analyze, document and communicate business and technical requirements
-
Perform Business process mapping and analysis
-
Oversee and manage the rollout and support of technology solutions
-
Communicate updates and key milestones
-
Track project or department financials
-
Perform Risk identification and management
-
Document and transfer knowledge to others as needed
-
Collaborate to enhance culture and awareness of pharmaceutical industry
Application Key Dates & Process
| Event | Date: |
|---|---|
| Job Posting Opens | September 16th, 2019 |
| Job Posting Closes | September 27th, 2019 |
| Interviews Start | October, 2019 |
| Job Offers Start | October, 2019 |
| Interviews End | November, 2019 |
Qualifications and Skills
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree Required, with a 3.0 GPA or better
- No more than 2 years full-time continuous work experience in a business/corporate environment
- Preferred Majors:
- Computer Science
- Information Security
- Data Science
- Engineering
- Management Information Systems
- Business
- Management
- Finance
- Supply Chain
- Life Sciences
- Communications or equivalent
Discipline Skills Preferred
Basic skills in at least one information technology related discipline such as:
-
Software and mobile development
-
Programming languages
-
Technical architecture
-
Information security
-
Bioinformatics
-
Data analytics
-
Business analysis
-
Project management
Non Technical Skills Preferred
-
Willingness to contribute fresh and innovative ideas
-
Technological aptitude
-
Change agile; must take action on projects quickly
-
Seizes accountability/self-starter
-
Quickly learns new skills and knowledge readily
-
Team oriented
-
Demonstrated business acumen and leadership behavior
-
Excellent oral and written communication skills
-
Excellent analytic and problem solving skills
-
Negotiation and influencing skills
Work Authorization
-
Must be immediately authorized to work in the U.S. without the employer’s sponsorship. This job or any derived full time opportunity is not eligible for permanent residence (green card) sponsorship under our guidelines.
Locations
Digital Groups are mostly associated with specific locations. Your placement is determined by a combination of factors, including your hiring Digital Group, your location preference, and space considerations at the facilities.
HEAR FROM OUR COLLEAGUES
Akshay G
Montclair State University
The Digital Rotational Program is an incredible opportunity for growth and discovery. It...
Lidia F.
Chief Digital and Technology Officer
The Pfizer Digital Rotational Program is instrumental in attracting digital native...
Will H.
Lafayette College
The rotational program was perfect for me because I wasn't sure what I wanted to do...
Aly G.
Lehigh University
After graduating college, I wasn't sure what kind of role would be best for me. The...
Jane W.
Sr. Dir. Colleague Products and Solutions
I am proud to represent the Pfizer Digital Rotational Associates as we enter our fifth...
Negeena N
Eastern Connecticut State University
Not everyone knows exactly what they want or where they fit as soon as they’ve...
Theresa K.
Georgetown University
The Rotational Program at Pfizer has given me the opportunity to find strengths that I...
Robert V.
VP, Worldwide Safety, Regulatory, Medical & Risk Management
Our Rotational Associates have injected a new passion and energy into our organization....
Jordan K.
Shippensburg University
The rotational program is an amazing opportunity to experience various areas throughout...
Josh L.
Rutgers University
After graduating college, I wasn't sure what kind of role would be best for me. The...
Zachary B.
University of Connecticut
The Rotational Program at Pfizer has given me the opportunity to find strengths that I...
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Recruitment for 2020 is closed. Please check back next year for 2021 opportunities
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Recruitment for 2020 is closed. Please check back next year for 2021 opportunities
COME VISIT US
Representatives from Digital Pfizer will be attending the following university events in 2019.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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