Through the ingenuity of our people, the power of Danaher Business System (DBS) and the impact of our meaningful technologies, we help realize life’s potential in ourselves and for those we serve.
Associates
Revenue*
Continents
High-impact Platforms
Global Operating Companies
DHR Outperforms S&P 500**
Anita
HR Representative,
Beckman Coulter Diagnostics
HRDP
Undergrad students
Discover a winning combination that’s right for who you are—and who you want to be. At Danaher, you’ll find all the elements to unlock your leadership potential in our Operations Leadership Program (OLP). You'll work on critical projects, connect with high-level executives, and tackle a wide variety of challenges, all tailored to your interests and skills. Over a two-year period, you’ll rotate through assignments, gaining detailed exposure to DBS and the Leadership Anchors. Your OLP experience could involve assignments like:
Material Planning — Learn the basics of the Danaher Materials Process (Kanban Management) and how to implement and maintain the process.
Danaher Business System Leader — Plan, lead and verify sustainability of Kaizen activity, principally in Manufacturing.
Production Supervisor — Manage a team of associates to maintain workflow, ensuring effective and efficient resource management.
Manufacturing Engineering — Serve as the focal point of the manufacturing process, interacting with all the internal support functions.
Upon completion of OLP, you'll be in a great position to take on a leadership role at any of our 20+ operating companies.
Undergrad, Masters and PhD students
If you’re looking to develop your technical and leadership skills, at Danaher, you can accelerate your career in just 30 months. In our STEM iDEAS program, you’ll jump into two year-long projects followed by a 6-month project that’s either international or outside your functional area.
Along the way, you’ll gain access and exposure to the brightest minds on the Danaher leadership team, and you’ll have the opportunity to present your work at events like the Danaher Innovation Conference. And when you’ve completed this unique, fast-track program, you’ll be ready for a STEM leadership role at one of our 20+ operating companies.
Hiring students in these areas:
MBA students
You’re ready to move faster. Bring your MBA to our General Management Development Program, a guided, proven framework that will propel you to a leadership role at Danaher. As part of our global team with a mindset of continuous improvement, you’ll take everything you’ve learned to the next level—and keep going.
In the program, you’ll progress through three to four roles in at least three functional areas, giving you time to master competencies from each assignment before conquering the next. Along the way, you’ll receive support and coaching from high-level executives, and you’ll get crucial feedback through annual assessments and cohort learning activities. Best of all, your path will be tailored to your unique skills and interests.
At the end of just six years, you'll have an amazing depth of industry knowledge, business connections and big wins in your pocket. And you’ll be ready to take on a general manager role at one of our 20+ operating companies.
MBA students
You have an eye toward leadership, and want to help people succeed. In our Human Resources Development Program, you’ll be on the fast track to mastering the art of organizational effectiveness. At Danaher, you’ll see for yourself that our commitment to every “right” candidate is extraordinary. If you’re ready to work lean and embrace high expectations, you’ll thrive in our intensity-driven, competitive environment.
In an accelerated span of six years, you’ll work side-by-side with top HR executives, learning how to attract talent, build the right teams, and align behaviors with company goals. As part of a rigorous program that’s tailored to your personal strengths, you’ll move through various HR roles. You’ll be able to mark your progress and gain important feedback through annual assessments and cohort learning every six months. And upon completion of the program, you’ll be ready to lead the business of people for one of the 20+ operating companies within Danaher’s domain.
Danaher Summer Internship Program (DSIP) is a foundational pillar of Danaher’s University Recruiting strategy. DSIP is a 10—12 week immersive experience that provides functional learning, leadership engagement, exposure to DBS fundamentals and the ability to own and execute against an Intern project.
The program's goal is to convert successful interns into our early career development programs, (General Management, Human Resources, Operations and STEM).
Megan
General Management Development Program
Strategic Product Owner
Hach
Tam
Human Resources Development Program
Talent Management, HR
Pall Corporation
Gershon
General Management Development Program
Global Product Manager
Cepheid
Marcus
Product Management Director
X-Rite
Alula
General Management Development Program
Sr. Manager, Global Services Product Management
Beckman Coulter Life Sciences
Our culture is unlike anywhere else, and it all starts with the Danaher Business System (DBS). A set of tools that stimulates transformational thinking, DBS ensures that each team member is empowered to do great work.
And while you’re doing that great work, you’ll also be having a lot of fun. You’ll connect with your peers, enjoying events, dinners, travel and other activities that broaden your experience and strengthen your network.
When you join our team, you’ll also find that we’re shaped by our commitment to improve the communities where we live and work—and beyond. Whether we’re supporting causes we’re passionate about or investing in initiatives that make a global impact, we do our best to improve lives and make the world a better place.
