**Job Description:**
The Professional Development Program enables you, as a recent graduate in the early stage of your career, to continue to develop your skills while learning our business and identifying your preferred career path.
Selected individuals will progress through a rotational development program that includes both broad company/industry acclimation as well as focused assignments in different business units of the ITW Food Equipment Group. Emphasis will be placed on Marketing, Project Management, Business Development, General Management, and Sales, through a variety of projects spanning approximately 24 months, with each rotation lasting approximately 4 months. The candidate will benefit from valuable introductions to and networking with ITW stakeholders at many levels in several business units. The program is based in Troy, Ohio. Temporary (months) relocation is likely, based on availability of business unit assignments and program candidate's interests. Upon completion of the program, the candidate will transition into their full-time role within a sales and/or marketing position in one of several FEG business units.
This program will start in July 2026.
We are committed to providing you with growth and development opportunities that maximize your unique potential. At ITW, we pride ourselves on our Core Values: simplicity, shared risk, integrity, respect and trust.
**Program Candidate Responsibilities:**
Under the direction and guidance of leadership and/or mentors, selected candidate will learn about ITW's business segments, business model, and enterprise strategy. Heavy emphasis will be placed on the Food Equipment Group and the foodservice / food retail industries. The expectation is that the individual will grow and contribute at an appropriate pace.
Individuals will participate in and successfully complete all assigned training modules, classes, workshops, etc. The expectation is that the individual will be able to understand and communicate features, benefits, value proposition, and cost of ownership for ITW food equipment.
Individual will be assigned projects during each rotation that will enhance product knowledge, go to market strategies, an understanding of our business structure and philosophy.
Conduct all activities in accordance with company policies and procedures.
**Minimum Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree in Business, Hospitality, or another relatable field
+ Excellent oral, interpersonal, and written communication skills
+ Presentation skills that leverage strong public speaking, organization of thoughts, and ability to influence
+ Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
+ Training program requires 50% + travel to experience and support trade shows, sales meetings, manufacturing facility visits, etc.
+ Willing and able to temporarily relocate during your rotations within the US over the course of the program
+ Must be relocatable at the conclusion of the training program to any location in the United States
ITW Food Equipment Group is one of seven market-leading business segments of Illinois Tool Works, with brands including Hobart, Vulcan, Traulsen, Baxter, and many others. Our well-known brands are differentiated by their unique innovations and service offerings, meeting the needs of institutional, restaurant, and retail customers around the world.
Illinois Tool Works is a Fortune 200 global manufacturer with revenue of over $16 billion and approximately 45,000 colleagues worldwide. The seven segments leverage the unique ITW Business Model to drive solid growth with best-in-class margins through a decentralized, entrepreneurial culture.
**Why You'll Love Working Here**
+ Be part of a respected global company with a reputation for quality and innovation.
+ Enjoy a collaborative, people-first culture that values growth and creativity.
+ Make a tangible impact with industry-leading brands trusted by professionals worldwide.
+ Competitive compensation and benefits package.
**Additional information**
ITW is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The base salary pay range for this position is noted below. The specific pay rate upon hire will depend on a combination of work location and the successful candidate's qualifications and prior experience
**Compensation Information:**
$65,000 annual salary
_ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential._
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_All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws._