Research and Development Associate jobs in Rock Island, IL

HNI Corporation is a global family of brands for the workplace and home dedicated to enhancing the spaces where we live, work, and gather. We pride ourselves on fostering an environment where we make a positive impact on others; upholding our beliefs in integrity, inclusion and belonging.

Our HNI Workplace Furnishings Development Program is designed to develop emerging early career sales and business professionals, preparing you for future growth opportunities within our organization in various sales functions. The program is designed to jump start your career through a specialized onboarding plan and a rotational experience. We provide foundational knowledge about our business, direct exposure to leadership, and opportunities to develop cohort relationships through cross-functional team projects. Throughout the program you will gain valuable skills, enhance your business communications and collaboration skills, and can develop cohort relationships. This position is based at headquarters in Muscatine, IA.

Program Highlights:

• On-going career development and growth focused on your skills and aspirations
• Dedicated business-leader mentor and continuous feedback
• Opportunity to network with our leadership teams
• Provide a meaningful contribution to our business by learning while doing
• Exposure to various areas of the rotational department within the organization providing the opportunity to explore areas of interest
• Rotations in lead generation, sales support, and field sales

Once you’ve completed the rotational development program, you’ll be prepared for a role likely within one of the rotational functions. Where you will begin will be in part based on your talents and strengths, your interests, and available roles upon program completion.

About You:

• Graduate with a bachelor’s degree required. All majors welcome.
• Commitment to continuous development and ability to receive open feedback
• Dedicated team-player, strong communication, interpersonal and time-management skills
• Strong academic record and extracurricular experience
• Self-starter who thrives on problem-solving and embraces change
• Openly collaborates within a cross-functional team environment
• At least one year of general work experience preferred, including intern/externships

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation structure
• Excellent benefits offerings, many start day 1
• Career growth and relocation opportunities
• Diverse and inclusive workplace
• Professional development and mentorship opportunities
• Member (Employee) Resource Groups
• Retirement match program
• Benefits to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being

We are not accepting any candidates that require company sponsorship to legally work in the United States.

HNI Corporation (NYSE: HNI) is a manufacturer of workplace furnishings and building products, operating under two segments. The workplace furnishings segment is a leading global designer and provider of commercial furnishings, going to market under multiple unique brands. The residential building products segment is the nation’s leading manufacturer and marketer of hearth products.

As one of the larger employers in Iowa, HNI Corporation was recognized in 2018, 2019, and 2020 for the diversity of our Board of Directors and was named in 2020, 2021, and #6 in 2022 as one of America's Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek.

How we act today protects how we live tomorrow. Check out our CSR Report here: https://www.hnicorp.com/social-responsibility

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), are not just core beliefs at HNI - they are operational imperatives. We value each other’s differences in experiences and ideas to solve problems and better serve our customers. Take a look at our DEI goals here: https://www.hnicorp.com/diversity-equity-and-inclusion

We offer Benefits on Day 1, including a new voluntary benefit, Daily Pay! To learn about all the benefits HNI has to offer visit www.HNIbenefits.com.

We also invite you to visit us at www.HNICorp.com to learn more!