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Role Overview

Confidential Client is seeking a Marketing Leadership Development Program Associate for a structured two-year, full-time rotational development program based in Hamel, MN. This program accelerates early-career growth through four 6-month rotations across core marketing functions, paired mentorship, and exposure to field and leadership experiences. Successful participants typically transition into a full-time marketing role after program completion, subject to business needs and demonstrated performance.

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Program Details

This is a two-year development program with:

• Rotation length: 6 months (4 rotations)
• Typical placement locations: Hamel, MN (placements may include nearby offices)
• Start dates (candidates must be available to start one of these): January 11, 2027 or June 14, 2027
• Work commitment: 40 hours per week

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Rotations & Experience

Areas you’ll rotate through may include:

• Brand & Product Marketing (brand/lifestyle marketing, insights & analytics)
• Creative & Content (social media, paid media, partnerships, events)
• Process & Go-to-Market (ecommerce, digital production, planning)
• Dealer & Channel (channel, retail, owner experience, in-market strategy)

These rotations are designed to develop core marketing skills, strategic thinking, and leadership readiness.

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Program Advantages

• Mentorship: paired with a functional business leader throughout the program
• Networking: structured peer and leadership networking, including an Early Talent Summit
• Hands-on exposure: present end-of-rotation and end-of-program work to senior leaders
• Community engagement opportunities and paid volunteer time
• Professional development support and tuition reimbursement

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Compensation & Benefits Highlights

• Starting pay range for Minnesota: $62,000 to $74,500 per year. Individual salaries and placement within the range depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, and geography.
• Retirement: 401(k) with employer matching and employee ownership opportunities
• Profit-sharing plan (pay-for-performance culture)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellness programs, paid time off, and other standard benefits

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Selection Process

• Applications typically open August–November annually.
• Shortlisted candidates are usually contacted for an initial phone screen by the end of November.
• Virtual panel interviews with HR and functional leaders follow for those advancing.
• Offers and placement timing align with the candidate’s graduation date (January or June start).
• Candidates accepted to the program will work with the Early Talent Team through the placement and onboarding process.

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Relocation Assistance

Confidential Client offers a relocation program for qualifying participants that may include a lump-sum payment, moving support options, lease cancellation/duplicate housing reimbursement, and access to a relocation counselor. Participants are responsible for daily commuting unless short-term housing is arranged through relocation support.

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Strategic Communications, or a related business discipline with marketing emphasis
• Graduation date between August 2026 and May 2027
• Minimum overall GPA: 3.0
• Ability to commit to a full-time schedule (40 hours/week) and the program start dates listed
• Must be a U.S. person (U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee) and not require sponsorship now or in the future
• Willingness to travel and relocate between rotation sites and to be mobile beyond the program for career development
• Reliable transportation for commuting to assigned office locations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams, SharePoint)
• Active leadership experience in student organizations and/or work; demonstrated interest in continued leadership growth
• Strong analytical, creative problem-solving, communication, interpersonal, self-motivation, and leadership capabilities
• Strong interest in long-term marketing career development

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Previous marketing internship or co-op experience

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Notes & Legal

• To be considered, applicants must apply via the client’s application process as instructed by Careertakes.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates with disabilities; request information during the recruiting process if needed.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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