Entry Level Program Development Manager Jobs
New grad program development manager jobs open doors for recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings mix on-site, remote, and hybrid settings across Insurance, Distribution & Wholesale, and Manufacturing, with employers like Risksmith Insurance Services, White Cap, and Bank of America hiring at this level now.
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Description
Position Summary
The Career Development Program (CDP) Associate participates in a structured, fully employed 18-month development program designed to build broad business knowledge, functional experience, and professional capability through rotational assignments, formal learning, mentoring, and project-based work.
Throughout the program, CDP Associates gain hands-on experience across multiple areas of the business while contributing meaningful work within each assignment. Participants are expected to take ownership of their development, build strong business relationships, apply learning across experiences, and demonstrate increasing levels of capability, accountability, and responsibility.
The CDP is designed to prepare participants for continued career growth by providing exposure to different areas of the organization and helping participants develop the supervisory, skills, experience, and business knowledge needed for future opportunities.
Position Duties/Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities:
- Complete assigned functional rotations and develop an understanding of the key processes, systems, performance measures, and business drivers within each area.
- Contribute to meaningful projects, assignments, and business priorities throughout each rotation.
- Work collaboratively with managers, subject matter experts, leaders, and cross-functional teams.
- Assess business data and processes across rotating departments and propose solutions for operational efficiencies.
- Own professional development by actively participating in required training, mentoring, professional development, and other CDP learning experiences.
- Partner with rotation managers to define targeted development goals and key performance indicators for each rotation.
- Participate in formal performance and development reviews throughout the program, including self-evaluations.
- Apply foundational skills from each rotation to execute increasingly complex assignments.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- No formal responsibility for supervising others
Position Requirements
Required:
- High school diploma or GED
- Demonstrated leadership through employment, education, military service, athletics, community involvement, or other experiences.
Preferred:
- Associate's degree in business, operations, engineering, technology, supply chain, construction equipment, automative technology, or a related field.
- Previous internship, co-op, technical, operational, customer service, or other relevant work experience.
- Previous exposure to equipment, service, parts, rental, sales, manufacturing, logistics, or related industries.
- Previous experience working in a project-based or cross-functional team environment.
- Previous experience using business systems, technology, or data to support problem-solving and decision-making.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform each essential duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Strong desire and ability to learn, develop, and take on increasing levels of responsibility.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to organize work, manage multiple priorities, and meet established expectations.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Strong relationship-building skills and ability to work effectively with individuals across different functions and levels of the organization.
- Demonstrated initiative, accountability, professionalism, and resourcefulness.
- Ability to adapt to changing assignments, responsibilities, environments, and business needs.
- Willingness to seek, receive, and apply feedback to support continued development.
- Ability and willingness to travel between company locations as required by rotational assignments.
Other Requirements of Position
- Works under general supervision. Once trained, employee acts independently to handle standard problems but unusual problems are typically referred to a supervisor/manager.
- Major responsibilities typically require a modest amount of creativity and latitude. Employee typically operates under general instructions with some established procedures and policies
- Maintains equipment and supplies to avoid waste, damage to areas and equipment, and to prevent accidents
The duties and responsibilities outlined in this posting are not exhaustive and may evolve based on business needs.
All MacAllister Machinery companies are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including Disabled and Veteran applicants.
Description
Position Summary
The Career Development Program (CDP) Associate participates in a structured, fully employed 18-month development program designed to build broad business knowledge, functional experience, and professional capability through rotational assignments, formal learning, mentoring, and project-based work.
Throughout the program, CDP Associates gain hands-on experience across multiple areas of the business while contributing meaningful work within each assignment. Participants are expected to take ownership of their development, build strong business relationships, apply learning across experiences, and demonstrate increasing levels of capability, accountability, and responsibility.
The CDP is designed to prepare participants for continued career growth by providing exposure to different areas of the organization and helping participants develop the supervisory, skills, experience, and business knowledge needed for future opportunities.
Position Duties/Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities:
- Complete assigned functional rotations and develop an understanding of the key processes, systems, performance measures, and business drivers within each area.
- Contribute to meaningful projects, assignments, and business priorities throughout each rotation.
- Work collaboratively with managers, subject matter experts, leaders, and cross-functional teams.
- Assess business data and processes across rotating departments and propose solutions for operational efficiencies.
- Own professional development by actively participating in required training, mentoring, professional development, and other CDP learning experiences.
- Partner with rotation managers to define targeted development goals and key performance indicators for each rotation.
- Participate in formal performance and development reviews throughout the program, including self-evaluations.
- Apply foundational skills from each rotation to execute increasingly complex assignments.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- No formal responsibility for supervising others
Position Requirements
Required:
- High school diploma or GED
- Demonstrated leadership through employment, education, military service, athletics, community involvement, or other experiences.
Preferred:
- Associate's degree in business, operations, engineering, technology, supply chain, construction equipment, automative technology, or a related field.
- Previous internship, co-op, technical, operational, customer service, or other relevant work experience.
- Previous exposure to equipment, service, parts, rental, sales, manufacturing, logistics, or related industries.
- Previous experience working in a project-based or cross-functional team environment.
- Previous experience using business systems, technology, or data to support problem-solving and decision-making.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform each essential duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Strong desire and ability to learn, develop, and take on increasing levels of responsibility.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to organize work, manage multiple priorities, and meet established expectations.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Strong relationship-building skills and ability to work effectively with individuals across different functions and levels of the organization.
- Demonstrated initiative, accountability, professionalism, and resourcefulness.
- Ability to adapt to changing assignments, responsibilities, environments, and business needs.
- Willingness to seek, receive, and apply feedback to support continued development.
- Ability and willingness to travel between company locations as required by rotational assignments.
Other Requirements of Position
- Works under general supervision. Once trained, employee acts independently to handle standard problems but unusual problems are typically referred to a supervisor/manager.
- Major responsibilities typically require a modest amount of creativity and latitude. Employee typically operates under general instructions with some established procedures and policies
- Maintains equipment and supplies to avoid waste, damage to areas and equipment, and to prevent accidents
The duties and responsibilities outlined in this posting are not exhaustive and may evolve based on business needs.
All MacAllister Machinery companies are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including Disabled and Veteran applicants.
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Who's Hiring
- Risksmith Insurance Services31
- White Cap4
- Bank of America4
- RR Donnelley3
- Restaurant Brands International3
Top Industries Hiring
- Insurance32
- Distribution & Wholesale8
- Manufacturing6
- Food & Beverage6
- Banking & Financial Services6
Entry Level Program Development Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level program development manager job?
Entry level program development manager roles favor candidates who can show they have organized a project, coordinated a team, or tracked program milestones, even in an internship or volunteer setting. Highlight any experience building timelines, managing budgets, or reporting on outcomes. A clear portfolio of coursework projects or internship deliverables, combined with strong communication skills, gives candidates a real edge at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level program development managers?
Companies hiring entry level program development managers right now include Risksmith Insurance Services, White Cap, and Bank of America, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a broad range of organizations, including nonprofits, healthcare systems, educational institutions, and technology firms that build structured onboarding for junior program staff.
Are there remote entry level program development manager jobs?
Yes, though many openings still prefer on-site or hybrid arrangements at the entry level. About 9% of entry level program development manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, giving candidates flexibility to apply outside their immediate area while still finding roles that match their schedule and location preferences.
Are these new grad program development manager jobs?
Yes, this page includes new grad, recent graduate, and junior program development manager postings alongside other entry level listings. A new grad friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or academic projects as qualifying background, or explicitly invites recent graduates to apply. Look for language like 'new grad,' 'junior,' or 'no prior experience required' in the listing details.
Which industries hire the most entry level program development managers?
Entry Level program development manager roles concentrate in Insurance, Distribution & Wholesale, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to run structured grant cycles, training initiatives, or client programs that create consistent demand for junior program staff who can support planning, coordination, and reporting from day one.