Marketing Leadership Development Program Associate

Polaris Inc.; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Networking

Early Talent Summit Week

Community Engagement

End of Rotation/Program Presentations

401K matching

Profit Sharing

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Polaris Inc. in Minnesota invites recent graduates to join the Marketing Leadership Development Program (MLDP), a two-year, rotation-based path designed to build core marketing and leadership skills across Brand, Creative, Ecommerce, and Channel areas.

Participants gain mentorship, networking opportunities, and relocation support while rotating through several Polaris locations nationwide, with a starting pay range of $62,000 to $74,500 per year and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or related business field.
• Graduation between Aug 2026 and May 2027.
• Minimum overall GPA of 3.0.
• U.S. person eligible to work without sponsorship and willing to travel/relocate.

Responsibilities

• Participate in two-year rotations across Marketing domains.
• Engage with mentors and Polaris senior leaders throughout the program.

Skills

Leadership Experience

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Self-Motivation

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or related business

GPA ≥ 3.0

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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.

Marketing Leadership Development Program Associate

Leadership Development Program Overview

The Polaris Marketing Leadership Development Program (MLDP) accelerates career development for recent college graduates who wish to further develop core business, leadership, and marketing competencies. Our unique two-year development program allows you the opportunity to work in roles within marketing to build a solid business foundation and gain leadership and field experience. Through your business rotations, you will be given challenging assignments to accelerate your career development for future positions of significant responsibility. The variety of work gives you an introduction to what working at Polaris is all about and helps you decide where you can best apply your interests to meet the company's needs. During this program, you will also establish mentor relationships with our business leadership that will continue throughout your career with Polaris. Polaris provides the resources, support, and environment you need to achieve both personal and professional success in this role.

Program Length:

2 Years

Rotation Length:

6 Months (4X)

Placement Locations could Include

Any Polaris location across the United States.

Areas you’ll gain exposure to in your rotations include:

• Brand and Product Marketing (Brand/Lifestyle Marketing, Insights and Analytics)
  • How you create and capture through brand and product marketing
• Creative and Content (Social Media, Paid Media, Partnerships, Events)
  • How Creative and Content Creation drives business today and tomorrow
• Process and Go-to-Market (Ecommerce, Digital Production)
  • How Process, Planning and communication improve work
• Dealer and Channel (Channel, Retail, Owner Experience, In-Market and Key Market Impact)
  • How Dealership and Sales Channels impact our business

Program Advantages:

As a Polaris employee, you will enjoy specific benefits beyond rotational experiences, including:

• Mentorship: you are paired with one of our functional business leaders for mentor support throughout your entire DP journey.
• Networking: intentional time with peers and leaders at Polaris to build your professional network.
• Early Talent Summit Week: you participate in our 3-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.
• End of Rotation/Program Presentations: present to our senior level leaders to showcase your career aspirations and recap your internship experience.

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.

The Selection Process

Applications are open from August -November each year. Applications will be reviewed and shortlisted candidates will typically be contacted for an initial phone screen by the end of November. Candidates selected to move forward will be invited to participate in a virtual panel interview with an identified HR business partner and functional leaders. Successful candidates would move forward to an offer. Upon accepting your offer, you will collaborate with the Polaris Early Talent Team. Your graduation date will determine your start date, either in January or June. The Early Talent Team will guide you through the matching process and assist you in completing a Brand Slide. The Brand Slide, tailored to your specific program, provides insights to the team and assists in identifying the most suitable rotation aligned with your strengths, areas for development, interests, and business needs. Placements are finalized in late October for January starts and in mid-April for June starts each year.

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 will be responsible for daily transportation to and from the office.

Required Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Strategic Communications, or other related business degree with an emphasis in Marketing
• Graduation date between August 2026 and May 2027.
• Minimum overall GPA of 3.0
• Must be able to commit to working 40 hours per week starting on one of the following dates:
  • January 11th, 2027.
  • 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 and relocate between sites for your rotations, as well as be mobile beyond the rotational program to support your career development.
• Must have reliable transportation for daily commuting to and from the office.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software: Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams, SharePoint.
• Active leadership experience in student organizations and/or work experiences with interest to continue to grow your leadership skills.
• Demonstrated strengths in analysis, creative problem-solving, communication, interpersonal relationships, self‑motivation, and leadership.
• Strong interest in long-term career development.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous Internship/Co‑op experience

The starting pay range for Minnesota is $62,000 to $74,500 per year. Individual salaries and positioning within the range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography. While individual pay could fall anywhere in the range based on these factors, it is not common to start at the high end or top of the range.

To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.

At Polaris we put our employees first, by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing. Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation, including a market‑leading profit‑sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance culture. At Polaris, employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan. Employees receive a generous matching contribution to 401(k), financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial future. In addition to competitive pay, Polaris provides a comprehensive suite of benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, gym & personal training reimbursement, life insurance and disability offerings. Through the Polaris Foundation and our Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off, we support employees who actively volunteer their time, efforts, and passions to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities in which they live, play and work. Employees at Polaris drive our success and are rewarded for their commitment.

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

EEO Statement

Polaris Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment‑related decisions without regard to race, colour, 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).