Program Associate Jobs in Wisconsin

Program Associate jobs in Wisconsin are consistently active, with steady demand concentrated in nonprofit program management, healthcare administration, and workforce development across the state. The largest hiring hubs are Madison, Milwaukee, and Green Bay, where established employers like Epic Systems, Advocate Aurora Health, and United Way of Greater Milwaukee regularly bring on program associates at coordinator, specialist, and mid-level management tiers. The most sought-after specialties in Wisconsin include grants and fund administration, community health programming, and educational outreach coordination. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles8
Top employerTEEMA
Top cityMilwaukee, WI
Cities hiring7
Work type50% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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TEEMA
Corrections- Medical Program Assistant Associate
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Corrections- Medical Program Assistant Associate
TEEMA
Redgranite, Wisconsin
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
$19 - $20/hr

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Trane Technologies
Associate Procurement Program Manager
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Associate Procurement Program Manager
Trane Technologies
La Crosse, Wisconsin
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
$73k.66 - $101k.99/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Madison Area Technical College
Associate Program Advisor
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Madison Area Technical College
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Associate Program Advisor
Madison Area Technical College
Madison, Wisconsin
Business Development
Events & Tourism
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
$25.21 - $31.51/hr
Experience equivalent to degree accepted
1,001-5,000

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TEEMA Group
Medical Program Assistant Associate (MPAA)
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TEEMA Group
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Medical Program Assistant Associate (MPAA)
TEEMA Group
Oregon, Wisconsin
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$19 - $20/hr
BLS Certification

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International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans
Associate Director, Educational Program Development
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International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans
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Associate Director, Educational Program Development
International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans
Brookfield, Wisconsin
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in business
51-200

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Program Associate Jobs by City in Wisconsin

Where Wisconsin roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Milwaukee
2 jobs
Oregon
1 job
Madison
1 job
Cleveland
1 job
La Crosse
1 job
Brookfield
1 job
Redgranite
1 job

Program Associate Job Market in Wisconsin

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

Who's Hiring

TEEMA
TEEMA2 open roles
Ascension
Ascension1 open role
Lakeshore College
Lakeshore College1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Wisconsin Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in public administration, social work, or a related field required
  • Two or more years of program coordination or case management experience preferred
  • Proficiency in database management and program reporting tools expected
  • Strong written communication skills for grant reporting and stakeholder correspondence
  • Demonstrated ability to manage project timelines and multi-partner deliverables independently
  • Familiarity with Wisconsin state agency funding streams and compliance requirements preferred

Program Associate Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a program associate in Wisconsin?

Most program associate roles in Wisconsin require a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as public administration, social work, human services, or nonprofit management. No single state-issued license governs the title, but roles in behavioral health or child welfare often require alignment with Wisconsin Department of Children and Families or Department of Health Services credentialing standards. Building experience through AmeriCorps placements, Wisconsin-based nonprofit internships, or county human services offices is the most direct path into the role.

Which companies hire program associates in Wisconsin?

Employers hiring program associates in Wisconsin right now include TEEMA, Ascension, and TEEMA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Wisconsin's strong nonprofit sector, large health systems, and state agency networks make it one of the more consistent markets for this role.

Which Wisconsin cities have the most program associate jobs?

Milwaukee, Oregon, and Madison have the most program associate openings in Wisconsin. Madison leads because of its concentration of state government agencies, the University of Wisconsin system, and a dense nonprofit corridor, while Milwaukee's large health systems and community development organizations drive volume there, and Green Bay's regional hospital networks and social services agencies sustain demand in the northeast.

Are there remote program associate jobs in Wisconsin?

Yes, though they make up a minority of openings since much of the work involves direct program delivery, community liaison, or on-site coordination. About 50% of program associate openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting growing flexibility for administrative and reporting-heavy functions. Grant management, data coordination, and policy analysis sub-roles within the program associate category are the most likely to be offered remotely.

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

The most realistic entry path is through AmeriCorps service positions administered by Wisconsin Volunteer Fire Departments and nonprofits enrolled in the Wisconsin AmeriCorps network, which place participants directly into program coordination roles. Large Wisconsin employers like Advocate Aurora Health and United Way chapters run associate and coordinator development tracks for new graduates. Lateral moves from case manager, administrative assistant, or community health worker roles are also common. A relevant bachelor's degree and any volunteer management or grant-writing experience gives applicants a measurable edge in screening.

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

You can find and apply to program associate jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the listings, find the roles that fit your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that match.

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