Hybrid Program Manager – Early Career

at Regal Rexnord

• Job title: Program Manager – Early Career
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior, Lead
• Salary: $84,000 - $128,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Milwaukee, United States

About the role

• Program Manager for Early Career programs at Regal Rexnord, leading university partnerships and talent acquisition initiatives. Overseeing internship and co-op programs to enhance student engagement and development.

Responsibilities

• Develop, refine, and standardize internship and co‑op program structures, tools, and processes to ensure consistency and effectiveness across functions, segments and divisions.
• Build and sustain relationships with targeted universities; coordinate Regal Rexnord’s presence at career fairs and student engagement events.
• Partner with TA and HRBP’s to support requisition planning, ensure high‑quality job postings, and coordinate interview processes, panel alignment, and candidate experience.
• Lead internship and co‑op onboarding, training schedules, cohort experiences, and developmental programming including workshops, networking events, and site tours.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for interns, co‑ops, hiring managers, and mentors; provide tools, guidance, and structured support throughout the program.
• Coordinate mid‑term and end‑of‑term evaluations, administer program feedback surveys, and use data to generate insights and continuous improvement.
• Partner with leaders to assess talent outcomes, support recommendations for return offers or full‑time opportunities, and track student progression.
• Partner with Talent Management post grad program manager to stay aligned on post grad programs and early career rotational program planning and intern placement.
• Maintain accurate documentation, program materials, and systems updates; drive efficiency and consistency across all Early Career program practices.
• Ensure alignment with labor laws, hiring guidelines, and internal HR standards; manage background checks and required onboarding documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Education, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition, Early Career programs, HR program management, or related fields.
• Experience in building and managing early career programs and establishing university partnerships
• Strong communication skills with ability to support leaders, students, and cross‑functional partners.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, seasonal high‑volume cycles, and fast‑paced program operations.
• Experience using HR systems, ATS platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills, with attention to detail and program effectiveness.
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship to obtain or keep U.S. work authorization.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
• Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Paid Leaves
• Tuition Assistance