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Why Fidelity’s career training programs are great entry-level jobs for graduates

Learn about Fidelity’s entry-level jobs and graduate career development programs to help you launch your career in financial services and beyond.

March 24, 2026 4 minute read

As a graduate, you’re not just competing with other graduates for jobs, you’re competing with the entire job market. It can be difficult to stand out in a crowded and competitive field, especially if you don’t have much professional experience. That’s why some graduates struggle to break into the professional sector even though they have the educational requirements.

Instead of applying for just any entry-level job after graduation, look for jobs that double as training programs and are specifically geared toward recent graduates. These programs help you develop your skill set and professional network and are limited to recent graduates versus being open to the general market.

Graduate training programs can give you essential experience in and outside your major, helping you to establish a track record of performance you can use to launch your career.

Why you should apply to Fidelity’s career development programs for graduates

Even if your major isn’t related to finance or business, you should give an entry-level career development program at Fidelity a chance. Here’s why:

You’ll do meaningful work that helps people achieve their financial goals.
You’ll work in a stable, yet fast-paced, growing industry for a private company that is focused on career growth and development.
You’ll be challenged to think critically, solve problems creatively, and bring innovative ideas to the table every day.
You’ll deepen your skill set with formal training as well as informal coaching and mentorship.
You’ll build a lasting professional network with a cohort of peers as well as experienced leaders in the firm.
You’ll work in a fun, collaborative environment with best-in-class amenities while maintaining a work/life balance.
Our extensive benefits meet you where you’re at in your career and your life, especially when you’re just starting out, with no-cost mental health benefits, up to $15,000 for eligible full-time associates and up to $7,500 for eligible part-time associates, as well as a 7% contribution match on your 401(k)*.

Explore Fidelity’s career development programs for graduates

Read highlights of a few of the job-training programs we offer, so you can determine which one is best for you, your background, and your career goals.

Fidelity YOU Early Career Operations Program

Duration

18 Months

Business area

Operations

Description

Get the tools and resources you need to build a robust career in operations with hands-on experience across our global operations community.

Applicable majors

Business administration
Operations management
Business management
Technology management

Past internship experience

Previous operations or business administration internship experience a plus

Degree requirements

Recent completion or in pursuit of a bachelor's degree or associate's degree

Skills needed

Strong interest in financial services
Active listening skills
Clear communication skills
Outstanding problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Passionate about learning new skills

Leap Technology Program

Duration

Up to 12 weeks

Business area

Technology

Description

Gain immersive, high-impact learning experiences to practice your technical skills with a full-time role waiting for you upon completion.

Program areas:

Data engineers
Software engineers

Applicable majors

Computer science
Computer software engineering
Programming
Information technology
Database management
Web development
Graphic design
Game design
Animation

Past internship experience

Previous technical internship experience a plus

Degree requirements

Recent completion or in pursuit of a bachelor's degree

Skills needed

Solid understanding of software development principles and data structures
Hands-on technical experience
Outstanding problem-solving ability and analytical skills
Ability to achieve group goals in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Passionate about learning new technologies

Investment Sales Development Program (ISDP)

Duration

12-15 months

Business area

Sales

Description

Get exposure to the many facets of financial services and investment products as part of Fidelity Institutional (FI) Intermediary Investment Client Group.

Applicable majors

Finance
Economics
Accounting
Business administration
Psychology
Communications
Marketing
Human services
Sociology
Hospitality management
Education

Past internship experience

Previous finance or sales internship experience a plus

Degree requirements

Recent completion of a bachelor's degree

Skills needed

Ability to obtain Series 7 and Series 63 licenses within first 90 days
Desire to grow foundational knowledge of the financial industry
Dedication to constant self-improvement
High aptitude to learning new things quickly
Highly communicative, confident, and outgoing professional who thrives in collaborative team environments
Self-motivated and comfortable working independently
Results oriented
Ability to thrive in dynamic and reciprocal environments

What participants have to say about Fidelity’s job-training programs

“I had the best time being a Fidelity YOU associate,” says Dena, a senior learning experience designer at Fidelity. “It’s a great way to meet people and build your network… the program also helped me learn new skills and strengthen the ones I already had.”

With Fidelity YOU, Dena got the chance to improve her project management skills and experience the complete lifecycle of project from brainstorming to implementation. She credits Fidelity YOU with helping to accelerate and grow her career.

Akash, a past Leap participant and now data engineer at Fidelity says, “As a Leap graduate, I have learned so much and continue to learn on the job. I have gained subject matter expertise which has helped me build self-confidence and perseverance. As a result, I’m always open to learn, contribute, assist others, and strive to be my best.”

Samantha, a user experience designer at Fidelity and Leap participant, says, “The time we spent together flew by, and I was proud to walk away with more technical confidence and a network of Leap associates who I keep in touch with today.”

Michela, who was an Investment Sales Development Program participant and is now a senior manager, inside sales at Fidelity, says, “If you put in the hard work, you are rewarded. Since starting my career on the sales desk, I have developed my professionalism, sales skills, and financial knowledge. I’ve also enhanced my time management, teamwork, and communication skills, which will serve me well throughout my career.”

Dena, Akash, Samantha, and Michela all launched their post-college careers through a Fidelity career development program, and they’re still learning and growing with Fidelity today. Their interests led them down different paths, with Fidelity’s ongoing support and encouragement at every step.

Find Your Fidelity—apply for Fidelity’s job programs for graduates today

Get the hands-on experience you need with a company that shares your values of being inclusive and focusing on the ongoing career growth and development of its associates. Start your career with one of Fidelity’s career development programs for graduates.