HR Development Program

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There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before!

Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.

John Deere is an equal opportunity employer, including disabled & veterans.

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Location:

United States (US)- Illinois- MOLINE
Function: People and Culture (CA)
Title: HR Development Program-125396
Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

John Deere's Human Resources Development Program (HRDP) is a three-year, full-time rotational program designed to build a strong foundation of Human Resources and Labor Relations knowledge, skills, and experience. Through intentional development and managed rotations, participants prepare for long-term careers in HR and LR while helping build John Deere's future talent pipeline.

Participants generally complete three 12-month assignments and, upon successful completion of the program, transition into a regular full-time position within the business. Rotation timing, location, and assignment length may vary based on business demand and development opportunities.

Assignments are based on business needs and each participant's education, skills, and interests. Opportunities may include:

• Data Analytics and Onboarding
• HR Representative
• Labor Relations Representative
• HR Centers of Excellence, including:
  • Leadership Development
  • Employee Experience and Engagement
  • Compensation and Benefits
  • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
  • Talent Acquisition
• Global deployment activities and other enterprise HR priorities
• Support HR and LR programs, processes, policies, and initiatives across multiple functional areas.
• Contribute to staffing and workforce planning, compensation and benefits, employee development, training, communications, compliance, and job evaluation.
• Consult with internal customers to develop practical talent and workforce solutions.
• Provide guidance to managers and employees on established policies, procedures, and routine HR matters.
• Investigate questions, interpret information, analyze data, and recommend solutions using established processes and precedents.
• Collect and summarize data using HR and business systems, including SAP, Business Objects, and standard office applications.
• Prepare documents, reports, presentations, and other materials using established tools and formats.
• Build relationships across the HR and LR functions and contribute to cross-functional project teams.
• Support internal customers and help colleagues effectively use communication and data-management systems.

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Human Resources, Management, Organizational Leadership, or a related field.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including listening, influencing, negotiation, and presentation.
• Demonstrated analytical thinking, problem-solving, decision-making, planning, organization, and time-management skills.
• Intellectual curiosity, adaptability, collaboration, and enthusiasm for learning across HR and LR disciplines.
• Ability to understand business operations, organizational structures, and fundamental management principles.
• Flexibility regarding rotation timing, assignments, and locations based on business needs.

U.S. visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Program opportunities will be predominantly based in Moline, Illinois. Other locations may be considered according to business demand and available developmental opportunities.

What You'll Get

At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:

• Highly competitive base pay
• Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
• Healthcare…