Professional Development Program
Embark on a journey to accelerate your professional growth with First Western Trust’s Professional Development Program (PDP). Designed for ambitious entry-level associates, PDP offers a unique blend of hands-on experience and advanced training to kickstart your career.
Professional Development Program Perks
Paid Position
Enhance your career from day one with a salaried role that pays you to learn and grow professionally within our dynamic environment.
Job Rotations
Gain a comprehensive understanding of our operations through diverse role assignments, enriching your skill set and broadening your career perspective.
Mentoring Experiences
Leverage the wealth of knowledge from our industry veterans, receiving personalized guidance and insights to navigate your career path successfully.
Accelerated Job Trainings
Propel your career forward at an accelerated pace with targeted training designed to deepen your expertise and enhance your professional competencies.
Culminiating Project
Demonstrate your acquired skills and strategic insight by leading a significant capstone project, highlighting your readiness for advanced career opportunities.
Program Eligibility
Bachelor’s degree with min. 3.0 GPA; open to all majors, including social sciences and humanities. Demonstrates First Western core values (problem solver, team-oriented, respectful, adaptive, client-focused). Strong candidates are ambitious, intelligent, and have a strong aptitude for learning. New Hires have under 1 yr. banking experience. Current Associates have under 1 yr. experience with the company or, more than 1 yr. experience and an interest in applying for a PDP-eligible position.
Program Benefits
The PDP program offers unparalleled advantages, from structured career pathways to extensive professional network building. Participants gain comprehensive business insights and personal growth opportunities, setting the stage for a successful career.
Program Participation
Apply for a PDP-eligible position (loan associate, private banker I, investment associate, or credit analyst I) on the First Western Trust Careers Page and indicate your interest in PDP in your cover letter.
For questions or more information, contact Serena Leland, PDP Program Manager, at serena.leland@myfw.com or 303-640-4032.
Get Started
Start your journey with First Western Trust’s PDP by applying for an eligible position, such as Loan Associate, Private Banker I, Investment Associate, or Credit Analyst I, and mention your PDP interest in your cover letter. Questions or need more info? Contact Serena Leland, the PDP Program Manager, at serena.leland@myfw.com or 303-640-4032.