2026 Management Development Program - Wealth Management, Business Strategy -New York, NY or Bridgeport, CT

M&T Bank•Bridgeport, CT

1d•$30 - $44

About The Position

Overview: Serves as a member of the Management Development Program (MDP) and participates in ten weeks of Core Training and one year of On-the-Job (OJT) training. Core Training responsibilities include participation in classroom training, observations of departmental presentations, interaction with senior management, peer networking, and working in teams on two group project assignments. OJT responsibilities vary by department and are assigned by the department manager. The position may be responsible for additional projects as assigned by the department manager or Leadership Development Manager-MDP. Department Responsibilities: Being apart of the Business Strategy team, you will be a key contributor to a collaborative team focused on driving strategic clarity, operational alignment, and measurable impact across the US Markets. You’ll help lead and support a variety of initiatives that improve how the division operates, engages with the clients, and delivers value. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys project management, conducting research, resolving customers complaints, and turning insights into action. You’ll have the opportunity to shape how the division shows to services our clients. HOW YOU CAN GROW YOUR CAREER: After your first year with the team, you’ll continue your partnership with Business Strategy team receiving ongoing training and support.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree candidate at a school where M&T Bank recruits MDPs (or an MBA student with no work experience)
Outstanding academic credentials (GPA of 3.0 or better)
Up to 1 years' work experience
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated interpersonal skills
Demonstrated analytical skills
Demonstrated computer skills
Demonstrated presentation skills
Demonstrated leadership abilities
Work/internship experience

Responsibilities

Participate in and complete a one-year long, non-rotational training program while creating and adding value to assigned department.
Receive job specific training, general training in banking, communication and leadership, and personalized coaching and feedback.
Performance measures may include several objective test scores, peer and sponsor feedback from group projects, facilitator feedback, Leadership Development Manager-MDP feedback, Department Manager feedback, final assessment score, and year-end performance appraisal from Department Manager and Leadership Development Manager-MDP.
Core Training - Participate in ten weeks of training throughout the one-year assignment to learn banking, basic financial skills, technical skills, and leadership/interpersonal skills.
Develop a solid understanding of banking functions, processes, and operations.
Group Projects - Participate in two group project assignments, working with a team of their peers to build relationships within their teams as well as with project sponsors, internal and external contacts, and senior management. Teams make a presentation to senior management at the conclusion of each project providing recommendations and potential project solutions.
On-the-Job Training - The fundamental skills taught in core training are combined with On-the-Job training based on the incumbent's assignment. Job specific training teaches departmental policies, procedures, systems, and products. Upon completion of MDP, all incumbents attain basic skills necessary to become entry-level professionals and/or managers in their assigned department.
Complete tasks in a manner that are compliant with applicable laws and regulations and/or that serve to help the Company be in compliance with laws and regulations that apply to the business line the position supports.
Understand and adhere to the Company's risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls in accordance with the Company's Risk Appetite.
Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management.
Promote an environment that supports belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand.
Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable.
Complete other related duties as assigned.