Principal® announces new 12-month Apprentice Program
May 29 2024 - 11:51AM
Business Wire
A Des Moines based recruitment initiative
hiring a dozen employees
Principal Financial Group® has created the Principal® Apprentice
Program (the Program), a 12-month immersive program that provides
pathways to full-time employment at Principal for individuals
without a four-year degree.
The Program focuses on recruiting applicants who have completed
career readiness programs through community colleges, nonprofits,
and organizations that work with military veterans and their
families. Apprentices are being hired into roles in operations,
customer service, and sales administration at Principal global
headquarters in Des Moines.
“The Apprentice Program is well-aligned with the commitment of
Principal to expand access to financial security by addressing
community workforce needs,” said Jo Christine Miles, director,
Principal® Foundation and Principal Community Relations.
Apprentices will be placed in entry level positions at Principal
earning a full salary and benefits coupled with wrap around support
and on-the-job training. The Program provides a cohort experience
allowing recruits to learn together as a supported peer group.
“Our hiring efforts have to evolve alongside ever-changing labor
markets, shifting business needs, and the future of work,” said Jon
Couture, executive vice president and chief human resources
officer. “The Apprentice Program allows us to rethink how we
recruit, develop, and retain early career talent and align our
efforts to modern workforce trends.”
Job seekers can view the program’s job postings and apply
here.
About Principal Financial Group®
Principal Financial Group® (Nasdaq: PFG) is a global financial
company with 20,000 employees1 passionate about improving the
wealth and well-being of people and businesses. In business for
more than 140 years, we’re helping more than 62 million customers1
plan, protect, invest, and retire, while working to support the
communities where we do business, and build a diverse, inclusive
workforce. Principal® is proud to be recognized as one of the 2023
World’s Most Ethical Companies2, a member of the Bloomberg Gender
Equality Index, and named as a “Best Places to Work in Money
Management3.” Learn more about Principal and our commitment to
sustainability, inclusion, and purpose at principal.com.
1 As of March 31, 2024 2 Ethisphere, 2023 3 Pensions &
Investments, 2023
© 2024 Principal Financial Services, Inc.
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