Human Resources Associate Development Program - June 2021
DESCRIPTION
WE'RE DEVELOPING THE NEXT GENERATION OF LEADERS
You have a unique opportunity to jumpstart your career through hands-on, impactful projects, comprehensive training and development, and exposure to executive leadership, paving the way for a robust career at Citizens Bank.
The Human Resources Associate Development Program (HRADP) is a critical program within the HR organization for cultivating talented, early career professionals who aspire to be future leaders. As part of this program, you'll be asked to be part of something larger than yourself and participate on a journey to help colleagues reach their potential. You'll accelerate the development of foundational communication, project management and critical thinking skills through a combination of professional development, project work, on-the-job training and business line rotations.
EXPERIENCE DURING THE PROGRAM
NOTE: THIS FULL-TIME PROGRAM BEGINS IN EARLY JUNE 2021
In this one year program, you will have the opportunity to gain a strong understanding of the Human Resources function at Citizens Bank as well as great insight into the inner workings of a large financial institution. You'll begin by completing a robust onboarding and training over your first few weeks which will include overviews of human resources functions across the organization led by our HR leaders. During this time, we will match you with a mentor who will help guide you through the duration of the program.
Then, you'll continue to gain relevant experience by completing 3 - 4 rotations which may include the following HR Functional areas : HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition Strategy, Compensation, Development, HR Shared Services and Employee Relations During your HR rotations, you could be working on:
As an Associate in this program, you'll also have the opportunity to participate concurrently in Early Career Development Programming (ECDP) - a robust, 4-month program designed to give our new colleagues a strong foundation of Citizens Bank. Through the ECDP, you'll experience:
LIFE AFTER THE PROGRAM
Upon successful completion of the Program, graduates will be placed in a full-time role within HR. Past graduates of the HRADP have been placed in the following roles:
Further, you'll continue to have access to a growing community of Citizens Bank development program alums that will prove invaluable throughout your entire career journey! You may also have the opportunity to partner closely with the Program Management team on recruiting related activities as well as future program planning and design.
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
We're looking for self-starters, intellectually curious team players, and strategic thinkers. To be successful in this program, you'll need to display strong skills and characteristics including: analytical and critical thinking, able to work in a change oriented and fast paced environment, communication, drive, leadership, learning agility, project management, relationship building and a strategic mindset. You will need to demonstrate knowledge of Human Resources and a strong passion for entering the HR field.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO APPLY
BACKGROUND QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:
HOURS AND WORK SCHEDULE
Hours per Week: 40 Work Schedule: M-F 8:30am - 5pm
WHY WORK FOR US
At Citizens, you'll find a customer-centric culture built around helping our customers and giving back to our local communities. When you join our team, you are part of a supportive and collaborative workforce, with access to training and tools to accelerate your potential and maximize your career growth. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY It is the policy of Citizens Bank to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy/childbirth, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or perceived disability, genetic information, citizenship, veteran or military status, marital or domestic partner status, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws. Equal Employment and Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veteran Citizens Bank is a brand name of Citizens Bank, N.A. and each of its respective subsidiaries.
At Citizens, we’re Made Ready to change the way our more than 5 million customers bank. We’ve built our success on our colleagues. With careers spanning tech, marketing, finance, commercial banking and more, we do our best everyday to help customers, colleagues and communities reach their potential.
Our Early Career Development Programs are perfect for soon-to-be graduates and early career professionals looking to find their niche and quickly develop their careers. We’re known for our innovative spirit, friendly vibe, strategic mindset — and for being a great workplace for new grads.