Global Human Resources Development Program Associate - 2027

Bank of America Corporation; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bank of America Corporation in Charlotte, NC seeks participants for the Global Human Resources Development Program Associate – 2027. This two-year, rotational program provides hands-on HR experience, mentorship, and exposure to senior leaders across the enterprise.

You'll rotate through Talent, Compensation, HR Operations, and Analytics, supporting initiatives that align people strategy with business goals while developing foundational HR competencies for a career with Bank of America.

Qualifications

• Applies analytical skills to interpret complex data sets, evaluate inputs, and generate insights.
• Demonstrates sound judgment in ambiguous or multi-stakeholder situations.
• Delivers clear verbal and written communication to senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Support line-of-business HR initiatives to enhance employee experience and effectiveness.
• Partner with HR leaders to align capital strategy with business outcomes.
• Contribute to business advisory work, HR processes, operations, and special projects.
• Assist with analysis, reporting, and presentation development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders on enterprise HR initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication (verbal/written)

Leadership potential

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Adaptability

Data interpretation

Presentations

Education

Master’s or MBA degree

Job description

Global Human Resources Development Program Associate - 2027

Program ID: 14647

Region U.S. and Canada

Location United States of America

States New York, North Carolina

City Charlotte, NC, New York, NY

Program Chief People Organization Program

Program type Full time

Entry level Associate

Program Overview

Program Name: Global Human Resources (GHR) Development Program Associate – 2027

Program Purpose & Objectives: Global Human Resources (GHR) Development Program is designed to introduce students to Bank of America’s organization that is responsible for making Bank of America a great place to work by serving as a strategic partner to every business across the enterprise. The program provides hands‑on experience, professional development, and exposure to leaders across the enterprise while building foundational skills for a career in Human Resources.

Duration & Structure: 2-year rotational program. Associates are placed on one team within Global Human Resources and participate in structured training, project-based work, mentorship, networking opportunities, and professional development sessions throughout the summer.

Role Overview

Role Title(s): Global Human Resources Development Associate

Role Purpose: Associates support key human resources initiatives while gaining hands‑on experience and exposure to senior HR leaders. Participants contribute to business advisory work, HR operations, and special projects that align talent strategy with business objectives. Rotations and exposure to the following sub-lines of business could include: The Academy, Compensation & Benefits, Global, Employee Relations, Global Talent, Talent Acquisition, Governance, Operations Analytics & Transformation, HR Generalists, Life Event Services, and Opportunity & Inclusion

Key Responsibilities

• Support line-of-business initiatives that enhance employee experience and organizational effectiveness


• Partner with HR leaders to understand how human capital strategy supports business outcomes


• Contribute to business advisory work, HR processes, operations, and special projects


• Assist with analysis, reporting, and presentation development


• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders on enterprise HR initiatives

Day-in-the-Life

Associates work as part of a Global Human Resources team, supporting ongoing initiatives, attending team meetings and leadership discussions, contributing to analysis and deliverables, and engaging in training, mentorship, speaker series, networking events, and community service opportunities.

Educational Requirements

Degree Type: Master’s Degree or MBA degree program

Sponsorship: Bank of America is unable to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship now, or in the future, for this specific role.

• Considered candidates should be in their penultimate year of school


• Master’s candidates should have at least 3 years of full-time professional experience

Graduation Dates: November 2026 – August 2027

Major/Course of Study: Industrial or Organizational Psychology, Human Resources Management, Communications, Industrial and Labor Relations, Organizational Development, or related fields

Preferred Skillsets

• Applies analytical skills to interpret complex data sets, evaluate multiple inputs, and generate insights that inform HR and business decisions.


• Demonstrates sound judgment in ambiguous or multi stakeholder situations; independently identifies risks, trade offs, and practical solutions.


• Delivers clear, concise verbal and written communication tailored to senior leaders and diverse stakeholder groups.


• Builds trusted relationships across functions, effectively influences partners, and navigates competing priorities.


• Quickly assimilates new information, tools, and HR practices; adapts approach in response to evolving business needs.


• Ensures high quality execution, data accuracy, and adherence to governance standards across deliverables.


• Manages workstreams independently, takes accountability for outcomes, and drives initiatives forward with minimal oversight.


• Demonstrates leadership behaviors including decision ownership, critical thinking, coaching mindset, and the ability to lead through change.


• Applies HR systems, analytics tools, and AI enabled platforms (e.g., Copilot, HRIS platforms) to improve efficiency and insight generation.

Additional Information (Optional)

Work Location(s): Charlotte, NC; New York, NY

Application Deadline

October 15 2026

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