Ready to Move Forward? Join the Pon Management Development Program!
Launch your career with the Pon Rotational Management Program and enjoy the freedom to build your own path!
“We move you to a better world.” This isn’t just a slogan—it’s our promise. At Pon, we prove that innovative entrepreneurship, caring for people, and protecting the environment go hand in hand. We’re looking for top talent with diverse perspectives to help us make a positive difference. Is that you?
The World of Pon
Pon is a global company with over 11,000 employees across 32 countries entailing a diverse portfolio of 120 businesses. Pon North America (PNA) is the U.S. based holding company within this large network. You will have the exclusive opportunity to work in two high-end, prestigious sectors: Luxury Automotive (representing legends like Porsche, Ferrari, and Lamborghini) and World-Class Bicycles (including Cannondale, Cervélo, and Santa Cruz). With us, the scale is global and the scope for discovery is endless!
Pon’s Core Values
- Passion to Perform: We share a passion to perform. We focus on real results. We finish what we start, and we go that extra mile. We don’t give up.
- Trust to Act: We’re trusted to do a good job, and we deliver it. We use that freedom to apply our talents and qualities for the best results.
- Care & Act Responsibly: We’re responsible for all our actions, and we consider the consequences for our stakeholders and the environment. We’re honest, open, and direct.
- Make it Fun: At Pon, enjoying your job is a serious business! We’re open, informal, and cheerful. We allow everyone to be who they are.
Your Next Adventure
As a Management Program participant, you’re not just an employee, but potentially a future leader on a 20-month journey. You’ll tackle three high-impact projects (6 months each) and a 2-month Customer Experience deep-dive across different Pon companies within the US (and possibly abroad!). While we pick your first project, you take the driver’s seat for the rest, choosing your path across Automotive and Bike business groups.
You won’t travel alone! You’ll have an elite support squad, including an external coach, a senior mentor, and a vibrant alumni community. This is your chance to experiment, innovate, and find your passion within our global network.
Destination: Leadership
The goal? To prepare you for a management team role within five to seven years. Whether it’s Marketing, Sales, Finance, or Operations, we provide the platform; you provide the ambition. After the program, you’ll be eligible for a full-time placement to start your long-term legacy at Pon.
Your profile
You will have the opportunity to shape your own future, which is why the following is required:
- You show autonomy, leadership, proactiveness, and entrepreneurship
- You easily connect and enjoy working with people with diverse backgrounds and all layers of the organization (from workshop to the boardroom)
- You are interested in the mobility industry and driven to make a positive difference together
- A Bachelor’s degree completed between May 2026 and May 2027 (please not that this program is not designed for students with a Master’s degree)
- Fluency in English
- And last but not least, humor, enthusiasm and having fun is very important (it’s in our Pon DNA)!
We offer
Working for Pon means serious perks and serious fun. Check out what’s in it for you:
- A proven program to become a future leader at Pon
- Unique and extensive support to develop yourself (talent development manager, senior mentor, coach and training)
- Learning on the job; four field projects in various disciplines and Pon companies
- Relocation assistance and subsidized rent support
- Direct exposure and collaboration with executive leadership
Plus, we’ve got you covered with a laptop, phone reimbursement, and housing assistance for U.S. assignments away from home. Ready to roll?
Interested in learning more? Check out our corporate movie and website.
Additional information
In need of further information? Please contact Delise Wilkinson.
Application process and instructions
We welcome applications between August 1st and September 30th. The first step of the application process is to submit your resume and cover letter (not required, but appreciated!) through this recruiting portal. You will have to complete the above no later than September 30th to meet the deadline.
If your resume and cover letter meet our criteria you will receive an email inviting you to have a meet and greet call with the Talent Development Manager.
All steps and important dates
Interview progression depends on the outcome of each stage. Our selection procedure consists of:
- Apply: August 1st – September 30th
- Meet & Greet: No later than October 6th (Short casual phone conversation with the Talent Development Manager)
- Assessment: October 7th – October 10th (Online, 90 minutes and includes video component)
- Interviews (online or on campus depending on applicant’s location): October 12th – October 14th
- Final Selection Days (live, in Houston, TX): October 28th and 29th (plan to be in Houston the afternoon of October 28th. Air travel and hotel will be provided by Pon.
We kindly ask you to block the dates of the selection procedure in your calendar as we want to ensure a short and smooth selection process. Please note that if you accept a job offer within Pon, you may start at any time between January – June 2027.
Good luck and hope to see you in the next round!
