Applying to the MLDP

What is the MLDP?

The MLDP is a management rotation program designed to inject marketing talent and develop future leaders for DuPont. During the three-year program, participants complete two to three assignments lasting twelve to eighteen months each. The MLDP provides exposure to a variety of marketing disciplines and other business functions through challenging assignments in several DuPont business units. Assignments are designed to deliver visible and measurable results for multi-billion-dollar businesses. After completing the program, participants are matched to a leadership role within a DuPont business based on their skills and current business needs. The program's first class started in 2003, and there are currently more than fifty recent MBA graduates in the MLDP. For details, please click here.

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Does the MLDP offer internship opportunities? The MLDP offers a world-class, intensive internship program . The aim of the internship program is to use this first exposure to the company as the leading vehicle for full-time MLDP recruitment. 

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What skills and experience do I need to join the MLDP? Candidates must posses or be pursuing an MBA with a concentration in marketing or strategic management and have five or more years of marketing related work experience. DuPont seeks strategic thinkers with demonstrated leadership qualities and outstanding problem solving, analytical and interpersonal skills. All participants must meet the criteria for high potential, future leaders. For details, please click here. 

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How does DuPont recruit participants? We recruit at Business Schools, Job Fairs and through Online applications. For details, please click here. 

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What is your recruiting schedule? For this year's recruiting schedule, click here.

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How can I apply? You may apply through the Career Office at your school, at the various job fairs the MLDP attends or online. For details, please click here.

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How can I submit an application if I am not from a core recruiting school? DuPont recruits at several job fairs across the country. Please see the recruiting schedule  for more details. You can also apply on-line.

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Where can I get more information about the MLDP? Our website is designed to give you detailed information about the program. If your query is still unanswered, contact us .

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Career Progression in the MLDP and DuPont

What opportunities does the MLDP offer? MLDP provides exposure to a variety of marketing disciplines and other business functions through challenging assignments in several DuPont business units. The structured and diverse world-class program gives you experiences and skills that prepare you for major leadership positions in global marketing and business. For details, please click here.

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Will I have to move every year when my rotation assignments change?

Not necessarily. Most assignments are based at DuPont headquarters in Wilmington, Delaware. Wilmington is about a 30-minute commute from Philadelphia and easily accessible to many other cities like New York and Washington, DC. Depending on business needs participants may be based elsewhere in the U.S. Positions may require domestic and global travel.

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Do I have an input in selecting businesses as I rotate? Assignments are allocated based on business needs and your interests, strengths and development needs. In selecting an assignment, participants express interest in up to three assignments from available options. Then, assignments are matched based on the business needs and participant's skills, background and experience.

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Where are DuPont and program participants located? DuPont and the MLDP are based in Wilmington, Delaware, site of most DuPont business headquarters.  Wilmington is about a 30-minute drive from Philadelphia, PA.  The Greater Philadelphia Area is a comfortable environment for both young professionals and families. You may also be based elsewhere in the U.S. or internationally, depending on business needs, personal interests and demonstrated skills.  For details, please click here.

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Will I have the opportunity for an international assignment during the course of the program? Many assignments are based in Wilmington, Delaware, site of most DuPont business headquarters, however, there are many opportunities to effect business globally. Positions often require domestic and international travel. Also, based on business needs and demonstrated skills, you may be based outside the U.S. for entire rotations or for a few weeks or months at a time. We currently have participants working in rotational assignments in Europe, Asia, and Latin America. International students join MLDP's global segment and final placement (after program graduation) is always in the participant's home country.

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Is marketing considered an important activity for the company? Marketing is a key driver of for sustainable growth at DuPont and will help us realize our stretch goals. Today, more than ever before, we are leveraging Marketing to realize our growth potential, capture added value from our brands, address new market spaces, innovate through market and customer insight and unleash the power of 'One DuPont'.

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How can I obtain additional information about other employment opportunities at DuPont? Employment opportunities are available on the Corporate Careers Page.

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On the Job

Will I have a mentor while I am in the MLDP? Most successful professionals have mentors that have helped them succeed. The MLDP provides program participants with a head start at the highest levels in the corporation. During your first months in the program, you will be grouped into cohorts of three and be assigned two formal mentors. These mentors are accomplished and successful individuals in DuPont who are interested in seeing both the program and you succeed. For details, please click here.

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What kind of projects do current MLDP participants work on? MLDP assignments are designed to deliver visible and measurable results for multi-billion-dollar businesses. The assignments are designed to give you a global perspective of different businesses, ranging from developing a breakout growth strategy for the Electronic & Communication Technologies platform in Asia-Pacific to Product Management responsibilities for the Corian® brand in the United States. For details, please click here.

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Work-Life Balance and Diversity FAQs

What hours will I work? DuPont offers great work-life balance. However, work hours vary among assignments and business units.

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Does the MLDP hire foreign nationals (international students)? Our increasing focus on emerging economies requires professionals with international experience and interest. Foreign nationals may spend 1-2 years in the U.S. before returning to their home country or region, provided proper visa requirements are met.

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How do I contact the MLDP if I have further questions or comments? In order to contact the MLDP for further clarifications or for comments, please click on the CONTACT US link located on the left navigation bar on any of the MLDP website pages.

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Is marketing considered an important activity for the company? Marketing is a key driver of for sustainable growth at DuPont and will help us realize our stretch goals. Today, more than ever before, we are leveraging Marketing to realize our growth potential, capture added value from our brands, address new market spaces, innovate through market and customer insight and unleash the power of 'One DuPont'.

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