Digital & IT Leadership Development Program Associate Digital Product Development
Medina, TX - USA
Job Summary
At Polaris Inc. we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.
Track: Digital Product Development
This track is designed for individuals who want to leverage technology to solve business challenges drive innovation and grow into future technology leadership roles.
Leadership Development Program Overview
The Polaris Digital & Information Technology (D&IT) Leadership Development Program is a two-year rotational program designed for recent graduates interested in technology business and leadership. Through four six-month rotations associates gain hands-on experience delivering digital products developing technology solutions and partnering with teams across Polaris to solve real business challenges.
The Digital Product Development Track provides exposure to the full digital product lifecyclefrom product strategy and requirements definition to software development architecture and solution delivery. Associates work alongside product managers engineers architects and business leaders to help shape the digital products and platforms that power Polaris.
This track is ideal for individuals who enjoy technology and are energized by problem-solving collaboration innovation and leadership. Throughout the program associates develop technical business and leadership capabilities while gaining broad exposure to how digital products and technology drive business success across Polaris.
As a Digital Product Development ITDP you may gain experience in:
- Digital Product Management Defining product vision gathering requirements prioritizing features and delivering solutions that create business and customer value.
- Software Engineering & Solution Development Designing building testing and enhancing digital products applications and platforms.
- Enterprise Architecture & Technology Strategy Understanding how technology ecosystems are designed integrated and scaled to support business objectives.
- Agile Delivery & Cross-Functional Leadership Collaborating with engineers designers product teams and business stakeholders to drive execution and continuous improvement.
- Digital Solutions & Business Transformation Partnering with business teams to identify opportunities solve complex challenges and implement technology solutions that improve processes and outcomes.
- Connected Technologies & Emerging Innovation Supporting connected vehicle experiences cloud solutions AI-enabled tools automation and IoT technologies.
Program Length: 2 Years
Rotation Length: 6 Months (4 Rotations)
Placement Locations May Include: Many ITDPs are based out of our corporate headquarters in Medina MN but opportunities may also exist in Plymouth MN; Wyoming MN; Roseau MN; Huntsville AL; Wilmington OH; and Vermillion SD
Upon completion of the program you will transition into a full-timeD&IT-related position within the business contingent on business needs and the skills and the performance youdemonstrateduring the program.
Program Advantages:As a Polaris employee you will enjoy specific benefits beyond rotational experiences including:
- Mentorship:you are paired with one of our functional business leaders for mentor support throughout your entire DP journey.
- Development: a blend of structured and self-guided learning opportunities provided throughout the program that are intended to build leadership skills.
- Networking:intentional time with peers and leaders at Polaris to build your professional network.
- Early Talent Summit Week:youparticipatein our 3-day event in our Wyoming MN office. This immersive experience brings together all US interns and DPs for professional development structured networking a DP graduation event inspiring executive speakers and a thrilling team ride on some of your favorite Polaris vehicles.
- Community Engagement: opportunity to get involved in your local community.
- End of Rotation Presentations:presentto our senior level leaders toshowcaseyour career aspirations and recap yourrotationalexperience.
Polaris Benefit Highlights:
- A generous 401Kemployeecontributionmatching program.
- Pay for Performance Company which uniquely allows employees to receive Annual Profit-Sharing bonuses based upon the performance of the employee.
- Tuition Reimbursement program to support employees who want to further their education.
The Selection Process:
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis throughout the fall. Selected candidates will participate in a phone screen business screen and virtual interview with Polaris HR and business leaders. Candidates who successfully complete the interview process may receive an offer to join the D&IT Leadership Development Program. Rotation placements are determined based on business needs individual interests and development goals with start dates aligned to graduation timing in either January or June.
DP Relocation Assistance:
Polaris offers a relocation program through our mobility vendor for employees who include a lump sum payment self-haul moving package lease cancellation/duplicate housing reimbursement and access to a relocation counselor will explain available resources and assist in securing short-term willbe responsible fordaily transportation to and from the office.
Required Qualifications:
- A Bachelors or Masters degree inManagement Information Systems or other related business degree with a graduation date between August 2026and May 2027.
- Minimumoverall GPA of 3.0
- Must be able to commit to working40 hoursper week starting on one of the following dates: January 11th 2027 or June 14th 2027.
- Must be a U.S. person (U.S. citizen U.S. national lawful permanent resident asylee or refugee) and not require sponsorship for employment now or in the future.
- Must have reliable transportation for daily commuting to and from the office.
- Must be willing to travel andrelocatebetween sites for your rotations as well as be mobile beyond the rotational program to support your career development.
- Proficiencyin Microsoft Office software: Outlook Excel Word Teams SharePoint.
- Demonstrated strengths in analysis creative problem-solving communication interpersonal relationships self-motivation and leadership.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous internship co-op or relevant project experience.
- Demonstrated leadership experience through student organizations work experiences athletics volunteer activities or other involvement.
- Demonstrated ability to bridge technical concepts and business needs through coursework internships projects or leadership experiences.
- Interest in digital product development technology strategy product management software solutions or technology leadership.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across technical and non-technical teams.
- Ability to think strategically and connect technology solutions to business outcomes.
- Demonstrated initiative intellectual curiosity and a passion for learning new technologies and solving complex business challenges.
- Strong interest in long-term career growth and development within Polaris.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship. To be considered for this opportunity you must apply on our career page. We hopeyoureready for the ultimate adventure!
The starting pay range for Minnesota is $79000 to $88500 per year. Individual salaries and positioning within the range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education experience knowledge skills and geography. While individual pay could fall anywhere in the range based on these factors it is not common to start at the high end or top of the range.
To qualify for this position former employees must be eligible for rehire and current employees must be in good standing.
We are an ambitious resourceful and driven workforce which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE. Apply today!
At Polaris we put our employees first by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing. Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance Polaris employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan. Employees receive a generousmatching contribution to 401(k) financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial addition to competitive pay Polaris provides a comprehensive suite of benefits including health dental and vision insurance wellness programs paid time off gym & personal training reimbursement life insurance and disability offerings. Through the Polaris Foundation and our Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off we support employees who actively volunteer their time efforts and passions to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities in which they live play and work. Employees at Polaris drive our success and are rewarded for their commitment.
About Polaris
As the global leader in powersports Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris RANGER RZR and Polaris GENERAL side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman all-terrain off-road vehicles; military and commercial off-road vehicles; snowmobiles; Slingshot moto-roadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a robust portfolio of parts garments and accessories. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe.
EEO Statement
Polaris Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race color religion creed sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability marital status familial status status with regard to public assistance membership or activity in a local commission protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law. Applicants with a disability that are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process or otherwise need assistance or an accommodation in the recruiting process should contact Human Resources at or.To read more about employment discrimination protection under U.S. federal law see:Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal ().
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About Company
We pioneer product breakthroughs which help people work and play outside. Explore our line of products from powersports to commercial, government and military vehicles.