Entry Level Technology Rotational Development Program
The Northern Trust Rotational Development Program (RDP)-Technology Track is designed to develop the technical skills, business acumen, and leadership abilities of early career professionals.
During the 18 month program, participants will have the opportunity to perform meaningful assignments in various rotations while gaining a broader perspective, along with exposure to leadership of the different departments in their chosen career track. Rotations are selected based on the business need as well as the RDP member’s career interests, goals, and skills.
RDP Support and Development
The program provides participants with dedicated ongoing support and professional development opportunities that include:
- Two program mentors
- Monthly speaker series
- Learning & Development sessions
- Career Development opportunities
- Comprehensive orientation
- Social Events
- Access to RDP Alumni Network
Technology Track
Members of the Technology Track contribute to key IT initiatives designed to expose them to Northern Trust’s various technologies and systems, allowing them to accelerate their understanding of the bank’s underlying applications and architecture. Core rotations may be completed in application development, data management, enterprise support, infrastructure engineering, systems architecture, and security. Additional rotations will increase in complexity to promote fast-paced, progressive learning throughout the program and may allow for specialization in a specific technology.
The Technology Track includes three 6-month rotations.
Examples of potential responsibilities: (note: work varies by rotation and business need):
- Participate in all phases of full software development lifecycle
- Design, code, implement, and test new features and modules for trade processing systems
- Collaborate with business analysts to understand and translate product specifications
- Work with testing teams and business partners to support testing and fix defects
- Estimate work effort, schedules, milestones, risks and project status as it relates to product development
- Define m and identify risks associated with the use of technology for internal systems and hosted external systems
- Review and assess controls through established frameworks for third party risk assessments, application control assessments, infrastructure control assessments, and other due diligence initiatives
- Manage, streamline and automate deployment and build process of an internal or vended solution
- Create and continuously improve support documentation and transition new support requirements to resources
- Draw and write up detailed software design diagrams with use-cases for appropriate stakeholders
Placement Opportunities:
- Information Security Analyst
- Applications Analyst
- Middleware Analyst
- Mobile Development Analyst
- Data Scientist
- DevOps Engineer
- Site Reliability Engineer
Members of Northern Trust’s Rotational Development Program possess the following:
- Intermediate proficiency in programming – minimum of 3 courses completed
- Strong interest in technology and innovation
- Analytical, quantitative and problem solving skills
- A bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university
- Knowledge and interest in Northern Trust and the financial services industry
Suggested majors:
- Computer Science
- Computer and Electrical Engineering
- Information Technology (IT)
- Management Information Systems
- Informatics
Recommended Attributes:
- Working knowledge of common programming languages (i.e., Java, C#, Javascript, Python, C/C++, Unix, SQL, etc.)
- Understanding of agile methodologies (i.e. Scrum, TDD, devOps)
- Familiarity with popular version control software (i.e. Git, TFS)
- Excellent problem solving and trouble-shooting skills
- Ability to work independently and adapt quickly to new technologies/systems
- Strong sense of personal courage (active meeting participant, asking for help, etc.)
After successfully completing the program, qualified Associates will apply for a role that best leverages the experiences they’ve gained throughout their rotations and meets their career interests. Participation in the Program is not guaranteed for any period of time, nor is it a promise of employment since participants are employed at will.
We do not/will not sponsor Intern Program candidates for work authorization, including H-1B petitions.
Application process:
Complete stages 1, 2 and 3 to be considered for an in person interview.
Stage 1 – Online Application.
Click on Apply for Job and complete your online application where we ask you for personal information, academic history and check your eligibility. After completing this stage satisfactorily you will receive an email invitation to complete Stage 2.
Stage 2 – Career eNTry online assessment.
Take a brief online assessment so we can identify key skills and attributes important for working at Northern Trust. On passing the assessment you will receive an email invitation to complete Stage 3.
Stage 3 – On Demand Video Interview.
You’ll be invited to record answers to a number of short interview questions. You may be asked about your knowledge of Northern Trust your strengths and your motivations to start your career with us.
Once you have completed all 3 stages a Recruiter will review all the information you have provided and contact you if you have been selected for an in person interview.
Keep an eye on your email for the invitations, including your spam folders. Add noreply@email.montagetalent.com to your safe sender list.
If you apply to more than one position you’ll only need to complete the assessment and on demand video interview once.
Good luck, we are looking forward to learning more about you.
About Northern Trust:
Northern Trust provides innovative financial services and guidance to corporations, institutions and affluent families and individuals globally. With 130 years of financial experience and nearly 20,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.
Working with Us:
As a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company that is committed to strengthening the communities we serve! We recognize the value of inclusion and diversity in culture, in thought, and in experience, which is why Forbes ranked us the top employer for Diversity in 2018. We’d love to learn more about how your interests and experience could be a fit with one of the world’s most admired and ethical companies. Build your career with us and apply today.