Program Associate Jobs in Arizona

Program Associate jobs in Arizona concentrate in Phoenix, Tucson, and Tempe, where nonprofits, healthcare systems, and universities drive consistent demand for program coordination and community outreach roles at every level from entry to senior. Organizations like Banner Health, Arizona State University, and Maricopa County run large program portfolios and hire program associates across public health, workforce development, and educational access initiatives. Policy coordination, grant management, and community engagement are the most in-demand specialties across the state. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles11
Top employerHerc Rentals
Top cityPhoenix, AZ
Cities hiring7
Work type50% On-site
Top industryMedical Devices

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Womble Bond Dickinson
113-SA - Summer Program – 2L Summer Associate 2027 (RE)
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113-SA - Summer Program – 2L Summer Associate 2027 (RE)
Womble Bond Dickinson
Phoenix, Arizona
Administrative & Office Support
Program Management
Project Management

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Herc Rentals
ProSales Associate (Early Career Sales Program)
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Herc Rentals
Added 1w ago
ProSales Associate (Early Career Sales Program)
Herc Rentals
Peoria, Arizona
Account Management
Business Development
Sales
$26 - $30/hr
Associate's degree
10,000+

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American Express
Sr Associate Technical Program Management
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American Express
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Sr Associate Technical Program Management
American Express
Phoenix, Arizona
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$89k - $150k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in information technology
10,000+

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University of Arizona
Postdoctoral Research Associate, Arizona Telemedicine Program
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University of Arizona
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Postdoctoral Research Associate, Arizona Telemedicine Program
University of Arizona
Tucson, Arizona
Business Operations
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
10,000+

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HonorHealth
IM Residency / Core Faculty & Associate Program Director Opportunities
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HonorHealth
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IM Residency / Core Faculty & Associate Program Director Opportunities
HonorHealth
Phoenix, Arizona
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project Management
10,000+

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Program Associate Jobs by City in Arizona

Where Arizona roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Phoenix
5 jobs
Eloy
1 job
Yuma
1 job
Tempe
1 job
Peoria
1 job
Tucson
1 job
Apache Junction
1 job

Program Associate Job Market in Arizona

A snapshot from current Arizona openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Herc Rentals
Herc Rentals4 open roles
HonorHealth
HonorHealth2 open roles
United Rentals
United Rentals1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Medical Devices
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Arizona Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in program associate jobs across Arizona.

  • Bachelor's degree in public administration, social work, education, or a related field
  • One to three years of program coordination or nonprofit administration experience
  • Demonstrated experience managing grant reporting, budgets, or compliance documentation
  • Proficiency in project management tools and database tracking systems such as Salesforce
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder and community engagement
  • Experience supporting data collection, program evaluation, or outcome reporting processes

Program Associate Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a program associate in Arizona?

Most Arizona employers require a bachelor's degree in public administration, social work, education, or a related field as the baseline qualification. Program associates in Arizona do not need a state-issued license, but roles tied to behavioral health programs may require an Arizona Department of Health Services clearance card. Building experience through AmeriCorps, university internships, or county-level volunteer programs is a common and effective entry path in the state.

Which companies hire program associates in Arizona?

Arizona program associate roles are posted by Herc Rentals, HonorHealth, and United Rentals and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Arizona's large nonprofit sector, major university systems, and county health departments make it one of the more active states for program associate hiring year-round.

Which Arizona cities have the most program associate jobs?

Phoenix, Eloy, and Yuma lead Arizona for program associate openings. Phoenix dominates because it anchors the state's largest nonprofit organizations, county agencies, and hospital systems, while Tucson's concentration of University of Arizona programs and regional health networks and Tempe's proximity to Arizona State University and technology-focused nonprofits generate consistent demand outside the capital.

Are there remote program associate jobs in Arizona?

Yes, and they're more common than in many comparable roles. About 50% of program associate openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how much of the work involves coordination, reporting, and communication rather than on-site service delivery. Grant management, data reporting, and policy coordination functions are the most frequently offered as fully remote within Arizona-based organizations.

How can I get hired as a program associate in Arizona with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to coordinator assistant or program specialist roles at Arizona county health departments, Maricopa County Human Services, or large nonprofits like United Way of Greater Phoenix that run structured onboarding programs for newer professionals. AmeriCorps placements with Arizona-based host sites build directly transferable experience. Lateral moves from case management, administrative coordination, or community health worker roles are common stepping stones, and a completed bachelor's degree with any volunteer program management work gives candidates a clear edge.

Where can I find and apply to program associate jobs in Arizona?

You can find and apply to program associate jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings across Phoenix, Tucson, Tempe, and other markets. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and focus area, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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