Career Pathways Program Associate

About the Role

The Alfa Laval Career Pathways Program is a 10-month development experience designed for recent college graduates. It prepares participants for long-term success within a global organization by providing immersive learning, hands-on assignments, and exposure to multiple business functions. The program offers broad business exposure, practical experience, and development opportunities alongside experienced professionals. Participants will collaborate across teams, contribute to meaningful projects, and gain insight into how Alfa Laval delivers innovative solutions. This program serves as a foundation for future career growth.

The cohort is scheduled to begin in August 2027.

Key Responsibilities

• Learn Alfa Laval products, technologies, markets, customers, and business operations across divisions: Food & Pharma, Water & Wastewater, Energy, and Ocean.
• Participate in structured training and development activities to build technical, commercial, and operational knowledge.
• Collaborate with peers and leaders on cross-functional projects that support business objectives and professional growth.
• Develop an understanding of how various functions work together to deliver value to customers.
• Build relationships with teams across engineering, sales, service, operations, finance, supply chain, and other key business areas.
• Apply problem-solving skills and contribute new ideas for continuous improvement initiatives.
• Gain exposure to customer-focused solutions and the industries Alfa Laval serves.
• Upon successful completion of the program, transition into a full-time role.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a technical field.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 cumulative.
• Curiosity and a drive to share new ideas.
• Strong technical acumen and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to interpret technical data from multiple sources.
• Proven customer service orientation and communication skills.
• Team player mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft tools.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally; estimated travel during the program is up to 50%.
• Candidates must be willing to relocate to one of Alfa Laval's U.S. locations (Houston, TX; Greenwood, IN; Kenosha, WI; Warminster, PA; or Richmond, VA) upon successful completion of the program.
• Candidates should reside in the US or have an established presence in the area.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of heat transfer, rotating equipment, or fluid separation/filtration is a plus.
• Willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Eagerness to develop both technical and business skills.
• Adaptability.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Applications will be accepted until October 19, 2026.

Pymetrics assessments will be used.