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Technical Development Program
Abbvie INC · 🇺🇸 Barceloneta, Barceloneta, PR
Sponsorship verdict
Posting rules out sponsorship
The posting rules out sponsorship or requires citizenship/clearance.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 177 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 94 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting says it won’t sponsorIts own wording says sponsorship is unavailable.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Abbvie INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles5 certified filings for “SENIOR PROGRAM MANAGER, BTS US COMMERICAL PATIENT SERVICES” (Information Technology Project Managers) in IL: $139k–$163k, median $160k. Most were filed at wage level IV (60%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Existing work authorization requiredFrom the posting’s own wording.
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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Why not apply?
The posting states sponsorship is unavailable. Applying is unlikely to lead anywhere if you need sponsorship.
Existing work authorization required — the posting’s wording suggests candidates who already hold work rights. Read the original listing carefully.
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Sponsor Radar — Abbvie INC
The US Department of Labor certified 177 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 94 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
• TDP member will spend three years as a full-time salary employee in the program, completing three separate professional work assignments geared towards the following potential opportunities: - Engineering - Manufacturing - Quality - Science & Technology - Purchasing and Supplier Management - Supply Chain • Be a regular full-time AbbVie’s employee and qualify for the same competitive salary and benefits as other AbbVie employees. • Develop a well-rounded skill set through each of the TDP’s assignments. • Have the opportunity to relocate to various sites globally (according to business need). • Be paired with a mentor to assist in the development of the TDP’s career. • Create a personalized development plan to serve as a step-by-step guide towards the experiences, knowledge, and resources necessary to achieve the TDP’s career goals. • Obtain training customized to support the TDP’s individual growth and development. • Report to a department manager in each assignment who will oversee the day-to-day responsibilities. • Receive leadership training in collaboration with other functional development programs once a year. • Conform to EH&S management system requirements and compliance obligations, promote continuous improvement, and consider EH&S aspects during the design and change process. Comply with all EHS procedures and policies including incident reporting, use of PPE, waste management and disposal, and any other program applicable according to the position duties. • Completing final year of a Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering. • Must graduate with a bachelor’s degree prior to the intended full-time start date. • Must demonstrate leadership skills (i.e., extracurricular activities or projects). • Mobility is a key requirement. Members may be required to experience at least one assignment based in one of our U.S. Operations Plants and will rotate to different sites with each rotation based on business need. • Minimum of one internship or co-op completed. • Cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher preferred. • Excellent problem-solving, written, and verbal skills. • Exceptional interpersonal, leadership, and project management skills. • Proven track record of teamwork, adaptability, innovation, initiative, and integrity. • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis without requiring sponsorship. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more: https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more: https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html