HR Leadership Development Program Associate

Polaris Industries; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Profit-sharing bonuses

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Polaris Inc. is seeking high-potential graduates for its Human Resources Leadership Development Program (HRLDP). This three-year, rotational program builds business acumen and HR expertise across HRBP, HRG, and CoE tracks, with relocation options.

Participants gain exposure to senior leaders and real-world challenges, preparing for trusted HR business partner roles. Upon completion, associates transition into full-time HR positions. Start dates align with graduation timing in January or June.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in business, HR, or related field with a graduation date between Aug 2026 and May 2027.
• Previous internship, co-op, leadership, athletics, student org., or relevant project demonstrating teamwork and initiative.
• Minimum overall GPA of 3.0
• Must be able to commit to working 40 hours per week starting on one of the listed start dates: Jan 11, 2027 or Jun 14, 2027.
• Must be a U.S. person and not require sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to align talent and workforce strategies with business objectives.
• Drive talent management and succession planning to build leadership pipelines.
• Lead performance management through coaching and development planning.
• Provide employee relations guidance and resolve concerns in line with policies.
• Support total rewards programs and benefit decisions aligned with market practices.
• Enhance organizational effectiveness through design, planning, and engagement initiatives.
• Ensure HR processes and data reporting for operational excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Business acumen

HR knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Business/HR

Graduation Aug 2026–May 2027

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Medina, MN, USA

Huntsville, AL, USA

Elkhart, IN, USA

Rigby, ID, USA

Wyoming, MN, USA

Roseau, MN, USA

Plymouth, MN, USA

Full time

R30566

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.

Leadership Development Program Overview

At Polaris, we believe great HR leaders are built through experience, challenge, and opportunity. The Human Resources Leadership Development Program (HRLDP) offers recent graduates an accelerated path to develop business acumen, leadership capability, and HR expertise. Through rotational assignments, exposure to senior leaders, and real-world business challenges, participants build the skills and confidence to become trusted business partners and future leaders within Polaris.

Program Length: 3 Years

Rotation Length: 1 Year (3 Rotations)

The HRLDP is designed to accelerate the development of future HR leaders by providing broad exposure across key areas of Human Resources. Throughout the three-year program, associates complete three one-year rotations that build business acumen, leadership capability, and functional HR expertise. Thes e ro tations will incl ude relocation – candidates mus t be mo bi le.

Individuals rotate across a combination of HR Business Partner, HR Generalist, and Center of Excellence experiences based on business needs, individual interests, and development goals.

• HR Business Partner (HRBP): Partner with business leaders to align talent strategies with organizational goals, support workforce initiatives, and drive business performance across Polaris business units. Rotation Locations Could Include: Medina, MN; Plymouth, MN; Wyoming, MN

• HR Generalist (HRG): Support frontline manufacturing or distribution operations through employee relations, workforce planning, leader coaching, and day-to-day HR partnership. Rotation Locations Could Include: Roseau, MN; Huntsville, AL; Rigby, ID;Elkhart, IN

• Center of Excellence ( CoE ): Help design and deliver enterprise-wide HR programs, systems, and strategies that support employees, leaders, and HR teams across Polaris. Potential focus areas include Talent Acquisition, Organizational Development, Early Talent,Labor&Employee Relations,TalentAnalytics&TotalRewards. Rotation Locations Could Include: Medina, MN; Plymouth, MN; Wyoming, MN

Upon completion of the program, you will transition into a full-time Human Resources-related position within the business, contingent on business needs and the skills and performance you demonstrate during the program.

**Program Advantages:** As an employee, you will enjoy specific benefits beyond rotational experiences, including:

• Mentorship: pairingwithafunctional business leader for mentor support throughout your DP journey.

• P rofession al Development: structured and self-guided learning opportunities provided throughout the programto build leadership skills.

• Networking: intentional time with peers and leaders to build your professional network.

• Early Talent Summit Week : participationina3-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.

• Rot ation Sho wca ses : present to our senior level leaders toshowcaseyour career aspirations and recap your rotational experience.

Key Responsibilities :

• Partner with Business Leaders - Build trusted relationships with leaders to align talent and workforce strategies with businessobjectives.

• Drive Talent Management - Support the attraction, development, retention, and succession of talent to ensure a strong leadership and talent pipeline.

• Lead Performance Management - Coach leaders and employees on goal setting, feedback, development planning, and performance outcomes.

• Provide Employee Relations Guidance - Resolve employee concerns, conduct investigations, and support consistent application of policies and practices.

• Support Total Rewards Programs - Partner with leaders on compensation, benefits, and reward decisions that align with company philosophy and market practices.

• Enhance Organizational Effectiveness - Support organizational design, workforce planning, employee engagement, and team effectiveness initiatives.

• Ensure HR Operational Excellence - Execute HR processes,maintaincompliance, leverage HR systems, andprovideworkforce insights through data and reporting.

• Enable Organizational Change - Guideleaders and employees through business changes, building readiness, adoption, and sustained organizational effectiveness.

Qualifications :

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in business, human resources, or other related business degree with a graduation date between August 2026 and May 2027.

• Previousinternship, co-op, leadership, athletics, student organization, or relevant project experiencedemonstratingteamwork, initiative, and a strong drive to achieve results.

• 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 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 business acumen and sound judgment with the ability to analyze information, solve problems, make recommendations, and effectively integrate HR practices into business processes.

• Strong leadership, communication, and influencing skills with the ability to lead projects, navigate ambiguity, build relationships, and collaborate effectively across diverse stakeholders and organizational levels

• F o undational HR knowledge and commitment to professional development gained through coursework, internships, student organizations, case competitions, SHRM involvement, leadership experiences, or related HR projects.

Polaris Benefit Highlights:

• A generous 401K employee contribution matching 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.

DP Relocation Assistance:

• Polaris offers a relocation program through our mobility vendor for employees who qualify.Benefits include a lump sum payment, self-haul moving package, lease cancellation/duplicate housing reimbursement, and access to a relocation counselor.The counselor will explain available resources and assist in securing short-term housing.You willbe responsible fordaily transportation to and from the office.

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 HR 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.

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. www.polaris.com (https://www.polaris.com/en-us/)

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 800-765-2747 or [e-mail] . To read more about employment discrimination protection under U.S. federal law, see: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov) .

At Polaris, the need for diverse perspectives and experiences enables our vision of Best People, Best Team. We value our differences and align our passions to do great work. As a highly efficient growth company, we are driven to be agile and adaptable to support our customers. At Polaris we unite to create memorable adventures. Learn more at

http://www.polaris.com/careers