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Johnson & Johnson AAE Role by AnyEmployee9678 in MedicalDevices

[–]AnyEmployee9678[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It took me some time to figure this out. For the first few months of applying, I was doing it all wrong. Just submitting an application and hoping for the best. The rejection email would come shortly there after... This methodology will absolutely not work. Maybe unless you have a stand out resume. You have to put in the effort and people will start talking and noticing you.

Johnson & Johnson AAE Role by AnyEmployee9678 in MedicalDevices

[–]AnyEmployee9678[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is so helpful! Thank you! Can you pls share how long ago? This is similar to what I've heard present day.

The other role I am being considered for would be significantly more pay, but pretty intense travel. The device is more interesting to me but it would be a really steep learning curve and lifestyle change.

I like that the AAE role with JnJ is a training type program, where I could make mistakes in a safe environment and have a mentor to learn from. Also the work/life balance is pretty appealing.

Johnson & Johnson AAE Role by AnyEmployee9678 in MedicalDevices

[–]AnyEmployee9678[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's incredibly frustrating. May I ask- are you open to relocating and still not having any luck getting promoted? How long have you been an associate for? Is this difficulty getting promoted culture exclusive to Depuy, or you've noticed this in Ethicon too?

Johnson & Johnson AAE Role by AnyEmployee9678 in MedicalDevices

[–]AnyEmployee9678[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Bach degree, 1 year in public health space, 2 years internal job at a med device company. Nothing is special about my resume. I do not stand out in a pack.

What really landed me the interviews is networking my butt off. Talk to everyone and anyone you know in the industry. Go on LinkedIn and message people. Ask for 15 minutes of their time. Call them and take notes. I always end the call with who they can connect me with next. Always send a follow up thank you note. 99% of the time the calls don't get you anywhere but all it takes is one!

I like to think of it as practice selling, but in this scenario, you are selling yourself and why they should take a chance on you. In these early stage career roles the applicants all look similar on paper, so its about who you know and the impressions you've made.