Leadership Launchpad: 1-Year Paid Training

The Budd Group; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Mentorship

Leadership development

Real projects

Career path

Job summary

The Budd Group is launching a one-year Leader in Training (LIT) program designed for ambitious college students graduating soon or recent graduates. Participants will earn $50,000 in the first year while rotating through operations, HR, recruiting, marketing, sales, finance and IT.

Expect mentorship, hands-on leadership experience, and a clear pathway to full-time roles across multiple business units. You'll be supported by experienced leaders, with opportunities to work outdoors and indoors as

Qualifications

• College student graduating within 12 months or recent graduate seeking development
• Strong work ethic and leadership potential
• Excellent communication and people skills; customer-focused mindset

Responsibilities

• Lead frontline teams across multiple units
• Participate in one-year paid leadership development rotations
• Engage in talent sourcing, onboarding, coaching, and compliance topics
• Support field operations, scheduling, and project execution
• Gain exposure to HR, recruiting, marketing, sales, IT, and finance pathways

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer-focused

Coachable

Professional growth

Education

College student nearing graduation

Recent graduate

Job description

The Budd Group is launching a one-year Leader in Training (LIT) program designed for ambitious college students graduating soon or recent graduates. Participants will earn $50,000 in the first year while rotating through operations, HR, recruiting, marketing, sales, finance and IT.

Expect mentorship, hands-on leadership experience, and a clear pathway to full-time roles across multiple business units. You'll be supported by experienced leaders, with opportunities to work outdoors and indoors as