Enterprise Trainee

Rock Island, IL
Rock Island, IL 61201, USA

Enterprise Trainee

Modern Woodmen is seeking motivated and high‑potential Enterprise Trainees to join our two‑year rotational development program. The Modern Woodmen Insure Our Future Program is a strategic enterprise initiative designed to build the next generation of service‑minded professionals. This program offers a unique opportunity to gain broad organizational knowledge, develop professional capabilities, and build a solid foundation for future roles within Modern Woodmen.

Enterprise Trainees receive structured learning, real‑world experience, and support from leaders across the organization. By investing in our people, we are investing in the long‑term strength and sustainability of Modern Woodmen.

Modern Woodmen of America is one of the nation’s largest fraternal benefit societies, with over $18 billion assets. Fraternals are unique membership organizations that pair the “member‑owned” characteristic of a mutual insurance company with the “social mission” characteristic of a service organization. They unite individuals with common bonds, provide a variety of life insurance and investment products, and form one of the nation’s most effective volunteer networks.

What you’ll do:

• Learn and develop working knowledge of job responsibilities and functions across multiple departments. Rotations may range from a few days to several months, depending on the area of assignment.
• Understand and apply policies and procedures of assigned areas while performing day‑to‑day job duties.
• Interact professionally with financial representatives, members, and Home Office employees via phone, email, and in‑person communication on a variety of topics related to assigned responsibilities.
• Participate in projects across departments to gain insight into workflows, processes, and operational practices.
• Make recommendations to improve efficiency, enhance operations, and reduce costs based on hands‑on experience.
• Take part in personal and professional development opportunities, including regular assessments of progress within the program.
• Develop industry and professional skills in preparation for future career opportunities at Modern Woodmen.

What we need:

• Bachelor's degree. 1-2 years' work experience.
• Commitment to obtain FLMI & FIC designations.
• Strong customer focus with dedication to meeting and exceeding expectations.
• Adaptability and comfortable working in a changing environment.
• Collaborative mindset with respect for diverse perspectives.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated initiative, accountability, and eagerness to learn.
• Ability to analyze data, solve problems, and think critically.
• Interest in expanding knowledge and building a long‑term career with the organization.

What we offer:

• Pay: The hourly starting pay for this position is $27.75.
• Work Arrangements: This is a full‑time office focused, hourly position. Office focused positions work on‑site due to the nature of the work and have limited remote days.
• Stability: Modern Woodmen has been Modern Since 1883® and exists for our members. We make long‑term decisions that provide stability for our employees, financial representatives, and members.
• Respect for personal time
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  We offer vacation, sick leave and 11 paid holidays. We value your time outside of work and offer careers that blend work and life well.
• Professional growth
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  Benefit from our commitment to employee development which includes educational offerings to enhance your knowledge of our industry.
• Great culture
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  We build strong working relationships across our organization through collaborative work and volunteer opportunities.
• A beautiful office: Enjoy a beautiful view! Our home office, located in downtown Rock Island, IL, has a lovely plaza overlooking the Mississippi River.
• On‑site Café: Our employees can purchase a variety of breakfast, lunch, and beverage options at Café 1883.
• A thriving local community: Not from the Quad Cities and hesitant to consider relocation? Give it some thought. The Quad Cities offers an idyllic Midwestern lifestyle along the mighty Mississippi and consistently ranks at the top of the list for quality…