Diversity & Inclusion Programs

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Diverse Perspectives

DIVERSITY DRIVES INNOVATION

When you bring a variety of perspectives to the table, it creates a culture of innovation—essential to facing the world’s healthcare challenges. We have been widely regarded as an employer of choice, with numerous local and global awards recognizing our commitment to fostering an extraordinary workplace.

INCLUSION

Our employee networks promote inclusion and career growth

Our employee networks help us create a diverse and inclusive work environment. While each network has its own goals and initiatives, all promote the growth and education of participants, and are open to employees, regardless of ethnicity, gender or sexual orientation.

  • Asian Leadership and Cultural Network (ALCN)
  • Black Business Network
  • La Voice Network (Hispanic/Latino)
  • Flex Network (part-time and flexible schedules)
  • PRIDE (gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender)
  • Women Leaders in Action (WLA)

MENTORSHIP

WE BELIEVE IN THE IMPORTANCE OF MENTORSHIPS 

 

Our formal mentoring program gives employees the opportunity to work with fellow co-workers in structured, year-long developmental partnerships. And our relationship-oriented culture supports informal mentorships through regular career events and networking opportunities.

RECRUITING

DIVERSE AND TALENTED TEAMS ARE THE CORE OF OUR SUCCESS

We’re committed to recruiting people with diverse experiences and perspectives to help us solve some of the world’s most pressing healthcare challenges. We partner with professional and academic organizations to strengthen our pipeline of diverse talent. Please see our upcoming career events for further details.

Commitment

ABBOTT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It has been and will continue to be the policy of Abbott to be an equal opportunity employer. In keeping with this policy, Abbott will continue to recruit, hire, train and promote into all job levels based solely upon job-related qualifications with our regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetics or citizenship status.

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