Leadership Development and Rotational Programs
As you finish your degree program, you may be looking for ways to build leadership potential while you gain experience in your field. Leadership development and rotational programs provide you with ongoing mentorship, comprehensive experiences and directed training across a range of areas within a company. Companies use these programs to hire graduates and train them through structured programs often rotating through different functional areas of the company. Each program may have unique components, length of time, pre-selected rotating work assignments, optional rotating work assignments or specific, in-depth experience in one area. The goal is to recruit and develop leaders for their organization!
The application process starts early and many of these programs have special recruitment timelines. Typically applications are due early in the fall semester.
The following are companies who offer Leadership Development and Rotational Programs. The list is not complete but does provide a wide range of opportunities available to you.
Aerospace/Defense
| Company | Major Concentrations | Program Focus | Duration | Locations | Website |
| BAE Systems Operations Rotational Program | Electrical Engineering/Industrial Engineering/Manufacturing Engineering/Mechanical Engineering/Engineering related field | Program participants will have the opportunity to interact with operations leaders and participate in various key operations initiatives. | 3 years | Various | Link |
| Boeing Engineering Career Rotational Program | Engineering Field | Participants will gain experience in the following areas ranging from software/hardware support, product support, infrastructure support and more! | 2 years | Various | Link |
| L3Harris Technologies Engineering Leadership Development Program | Computer Science/Computer Engineering/Software Engineering/Electrical Engineering | Participants will be paired with a mentor and exposed to different program types, business units, and elements of the design life cycle. | 3 year | Remote | Link |
| Lockheed Martin Engineering Leadership Development Program (ELDP) | Engineering Field | This program is an exciting avenue for enthusiastic, strategic thinking students and early-career individuals to gain the experience and exposure they'll need to prepare for future technical leadership roles. | 3 years | Various |
Automotive
| Company | Major Concentrations | Program Focus | Duration | Locations | Website |
| Chrysler Institute of Engineering Program | Multiple Positions covering different concentrations | This program will incorporate rotational opportunities and interactions with global leaders. technology. | 2 year | Auburn Hills, Michigan | Link |
| Ford College Graduate Program | Engineering Degree | Placed in a PD home organization and assigned a mentor. Final placement in home organization. | 24 months |
Dearborn, Michigan |
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| General Motors Engineering Development Program | Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering | Our early career programs are designed to provide a variety of growth, mentorship, and development opportunities to help you explore different career paths and find the role where you can make the biggest impact. | 2 years | Various | Link |
| Goodyear | Engineering Field | Bring your talent and perspective and we will invest in your development through meaningful projects and access to relevant training. | Varies | Various | Link |
| Tesla - Manufacturing Development Program | Engineering Field | You will be trained on how to build the batteries and drive units that power the most exciting, environmentally friendly vehicles on the planet, while expanding your knowledge in the growing field of Advanced Manufacturing. | 4-6 weeks | Various | Link |
Consumer Packaged Goods
| Company | Major Concentrations | Program Focus | Duration | Locations | Website |
| Honeywell - Engineering Rotational Program | Mechanical Engineering/Engineering | This program provides hands-on engineering experience in project-based assignments. Our ECERP participants will rotate throughout many of Honeywell’s manufacturing facilities and site locations for up to 36 months, while learning about site operations and designing solutions to challenging problems. | 36 months | Various | Link |
Engineering/Technology
| Company | Major Concentrations | Program Focus | Duration | Location | Website |
| Caterpillar Engineering Rotational Development Program (ERDP) – Product Development Track | Engineering/Engineering Technology/ Computer Science | The Engineering Rotational Development Program enhances the experience of engineering graduates transitioning from student to full-time engineer. | 12-18 months | Illinois | Link |
| Dell Technologies - Development Program | Engineering/Computer Science |
The program consists of 3 rotations, each 12-months long, to offer you the ability to learn across different projects, solutions, and technical deliverables needed to bring our products to market. |
12 months | Various | |
| Eaton - Leadership Development Programs | Engineering Field |
Our leadership development programs offer an array of learning experiences. |
2-3 years | Various | |
| General Electric Leadership Program | Engineering/Computer Science |
Our programs are tailored to prepare its members for success within their perspective fields and in the energy industry. |
2-3 years | Various | |
| Owens Corning | Engineering/Computer Science/IT, Manufacturing/Supply Chain |
Our development programs provide you with accelerated development and experiences. Throughout the program you will gain a unique combination of developmental opportunities within different areas of the function. |
2-3 years | Various | |
| Siemens - Operations Leadership Development Program | Industrial Engineering, Industrial Distribution, Manufacturing, Operations/Materials Management, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or Supply Chain Management |
This Operations Leadership Development Program (OLDP) places you in the center of our Siemens Large Drives - Motor Factory in Norwood, OH. You will be exposed to SCM and learn the application of LEAN & Six Sigma tools and apply these skills to improve the business strategy for manufacturing, distribution, supply chain, order management and procurement. |
2 years | Norwood, OH | |
| Texas Instruments | Engineering Field |
The rotational program at TI will give you the opportunity to quickly gain experience within range of different areas, help you find a role you will love and where you can make the biggest impact. |
11 months | Various | |
| ThermoFisher Scientific - Operations Leadership Development Program | Engineering - Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Process Engineering |
For those who recently graduated or are preparing to graduate with a bachelor's degree and are ready to fast-track their career development - look no further than our best-in-class Undergraduate Leadership Development Programs. |
Four 6 month rotations | Various |
Financial Services
| Company | Major Concentrations | Program Focus | Duration | Locations | Website |
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Capital One Technology Development Program |
Computer Science/Engineering field |
Thinking about a career in software engineering? This program will offer new graduates an opportunity to learn technical skills and gain experience. | 2 years | Various | Link |
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Citizens Bank |
Computer Science |
In this year-long program you will develop the skills and knowledge necessary to have a successful career. | 1 year | Various | Link |
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International Monetary Fund - Research Assistant Program (RAP) |
Computer Science |
The program lasts for two years and we hire RAPs from around the world. Former RAPs have gone on to successful careers in a wide variety of analytical roles, many securing places in top academic institutions. | 2 years | Various | Link |
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JPMorgan Chase & Co. |
Computer Science/Engineering field |
You'll build innovative solutions that make a difference for our customers, clients, and employees. You’ll create and improve the design, analytics, coding and testing for high-quality software and new products. | Various | Link |
Government/International Affairs
| Company | Major Concentrations | Program Focus | Duration | Locations | Website |
| Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond | Computer Science/Engineering | This program will prepare you for a career at the Bank. You will work on assignments that range from quantitative analytics and logistics to create projects. You will use leadership, project management skills, and problem solving to support the Bank's priorities. | 2 year | Richmond, VA | Link |
Healthcare
| Company | Major Concentrations | Program Focus | Duration | Locations | Website |
| Abbvie Global Operations Development Program | Manufacturing & Engineering/Supply Chain | This three-year program consists of three 12 month rotations in internal manufacturing & engineering and science & technology | 3 years | Unknown | Link |
| Cardinal Health - Embark Early Career Development Program | Data & Analytics, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain | The program is geared towards recent college graduates interested in the healthcare industry that are searching for a rewarding career. | 12 months | Various | Link |
| The Cigna Group | Engineering Field | Our associates enjoy a rotational experience that not only gives them exposure to multiple areas and positions within our business, but also a path to advancement within the organization. | Varies | Various | Link |
| CVS Health | Engineering Field | You’ll have access to unique job training and programs that help you foster personal and professional growth. We encourage you to take charge of your own career. | Varies | Various | Link |
| Johnson & Johnson Technology Leadership Development Program | Software Engineering/Data Science/Data Analytics/Cybersecurity/Computer Science/Supply Chain | The program is designed for participants passionate about a career in technology. You will have mentorship opportunities and gain hands on experience in various areas. | 24 months | Various | Link |
Insurance
| Company | Major Concentrations | Program Focus | Duration | Locations | Website |
| Allstate Insurance Company | Computer Science/Data Analytics | Build your expertise with our Full-Time Rotational Development Programs in technology, finance or data science. | 2 years | Various | Link |
| GEICO Emerging Leaders Program | Computer Science | Emerging Leaders gain a holistic view of GEICO's overall business or IT operations through in-depth job rotations. | 3 years | Chevy Chase, MD | Link |
