Leadership Development Program

Equity Bank; Kansas; On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-term Disability

HSA/FSA

Cancer Insurance

401K Match

Vacation & Sick Time

ESPP

Pet Insurance

Retail Banking Benefits

Job summary

Equity Bank in Wichita, Kansas invites energetic individuals to join its 20-month Leadership Development Program, designed to transition graduates into pivotal banking leaders through rotational tracks across Retail, Customer Care, Operations, IT, Credit, Compliance, and more.

You will benefit from accelerated leadership training, mentorship from senior leaders, and hands-on projects aligned with the bank's strategy.

Qualifications

• Must be an undergraduate or graduate student graduating Spring 2027
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
• Strong analytical ability
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills

Responsibilities

• Rotational experience across Retail, Customer Care, Operations, Internal Audit, Credit, Compliance, IT, Trust & Wealth, Finance and Risk
• Accelerated leadership training with workshops, projects, and hands-on experience
• Mentorship from Senior Leaders and Executive Management
• Tailored development to prepare for a leadership role within Equity Bank

Skills

Customer service skills

Analytical ability

Written & verbal communication

Hardworking, motivated

Education

Undergraduate or graduate student - Spring 2027

Job description

Position: Leadership Development Program

Department: Administration

Location: Wichita, KS (On-Site)

Job Type: Full-Time/Salary

Jump start your career at Equity Bank ! We are currently hiring energetic, team oriented, and community focused individuals to join our team! With a team of best-in-class customer service experts, you’ll help to build and expand on client relationships, deliver the banking products and services that meet the unique and individual needs of clients, and create and uphold an atmosphere of superior experience and service. At Equity Bank we’ll help you invest in your community through volunteer opportunities which align with our company initiatives and core values.

About the Program

The Leadership Development Program is crafted to help you make a smooth transition from college graduate to a pivotal leadership role in banking. This 20-month program offers a structured path to develop your skills, business acumen, and leadership capabilities through rotational job tracks.

Key Highlights:

• Rotational Experience: Progress through various areas of the organization, gaining foundational knowledge, leadership insight and hands on application. Departmental rotations include:
• Retail, Customer Care, Operations, Internal Audit, Credit, Compliance, IT, Trust & Wealth, Finance and Risk
• Accelerated Leadership Training: Designed to ignite your leadership journey with an intensive training program that blends skill-building workshops, real-world projects, and immersive, hands-on experience. Equipping you with expertise to drive strategic initiatives and lead effectively
• Values Focused: Incorporating our core values of ICARE (Integrity, Community Focus, Accountability, Respect and Entrepreneurial Spirit), each rotation empowers you to embody these values and integrate them into your daily work
• Mentorship and Networking: Benefit from personalized mentoring and engage with Senior Leaders and Executive Management to gain insights into effective leadership and strategic decision-making
• Tailored Development: Acquire practical, real-world knowledge of the banking industry and prepare for a critical role within our bank, aligning with your skills and career aspirations
• Strategic Projects and Assignments: Engage in high impact projects that are designed to challenge you with complex problems, enhance your problem-solving skills and allow you to propose strategic solutions that align with banks’ overall business objectives. You will have the opportunity to lead and contribute to cross-functional teams applying your rotational experience and leadership skills to drive tangible outcomes for the bank

Upon successful completion of the program, you will transition into a full-time position that matches your strengths and interests, while supporting the bank’s objectives. Join us to shape your future and make a meaningful impact in the community!

Program Qualifications

When selecting candidates for our program, Equity Bank is looking for future leaders of our company. These individuals are high-performing college graduates who enjoy a challenging work environment and have shown a trajectory for success through education and extracurricular activities.

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Requirements

• ***Must be an undergraduate or graduate student, graduating in Spring 2027 to be eligible***
• Candidates must be hardworking, motivated individuals with superior customer service skills
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
• Strong analytical ability
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills

Who We Are

Equity Bank, a full-service, $7.9 billion community bank, is based in Wichita, Kansas, with over 80 bank offices throughout Kansas, Nebraska, Missouri, Arkansas, and Oklahoma.
At Equity Bank, you can find exciting opportunities to challenge you, expand your skills, and reward your contributions. Our employees receive competitive compensation and benefits, while working in an atmosphere that encourages personal and professional growth. We’re searching for motivated individuals who are passionate about serving others, learning new technologies, and working as part of a team.
Equity Bank offers a full range of financial solutions, including online and mobile banking, commercial loans, consumer banking, and mortgage loans, treasury management service, the best solutions for your business, and absolutely zero ATM fees, anywhere.

What’s in it for you?

We believe your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation package. We work year-round to ensure that we provide our employees with the most up-to-date, competitive program. We thoroughly evaluate our benefit plans and strive to provide quality benefits that support the physical and financial well-being of our employees and their families.

Benefits Available:

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Group Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Group Cancer Insurance
• 401(K) Retirement Plan w/Company Match
• Generous Vacation & Sick Time
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Pet Insurance
• Retail Banking Benefits

Find your future at Equity Bank!

The above statements are intended to generally describe the nature and level of work to be performed by most people assigned to this job. It is not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements.

Physical Requirements

This position requires standing, walking, bending, and squatting on a regular basis. May require the ability to stoop, kneel, crouch or reach with hands and arms. Requires the ability to carry, lift, move or push up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis. Must be able to talk and listen to others.

Work Environment

This position regularly works in an office setting. Most of the job duties require the employee to be working with computers and electronic media on a regular basis.

Equity Bank is an equal opportunity employer and will not make employment decisions based on an applicant’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.