IT Training Program Associate (ELTP) – Mainframe

About the role

ELTP is a technical training program in Columbia, SC in which participants complete an initial 4 to 5‑month paid classroom training. After successful completion, they join a technology area related to their field of study and continue career growth through mentoring, professional development, and advancement opportunities. These positions are not eligible for sponsorship now or in the future.

The training prepares entry‑level IT professionals for a career in mainframe systems programming and support. These systems process billions of online transactions annually and support users and members across the US. The curriculum focuses primarily on COBOL application development, as well as several other languages and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Apply technical and business concepts through classroom instruction, case studies, and collaborative learning activities to build knowledge of Information Systems processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Analyze business and technical scenarios through field assignments, projects, and practical learning experiences to develop problem‑solving skills and support business objectives.
• Successfully complete required assessments, presentations, projects, and other program deliverables to demonstrate proficiency and readiness for Information Systems career opportunities.
• Upon completion, be assigned to a department where skills will be utilized, acquire additional knowledge and skills, and be reclassified to the appropriate entry‑level position.
• Work in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment that may require action and support outside of normal business areas.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in computer science or other IT job‑related field obtained prior to July 1, 2027.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well under close supervision and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to complete assigned work in a timely manner.
• Microsoft Office skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated initiative in recent activities or studies related to technology.
• IT internship experience.

Benefits

We strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have access and opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers, and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Subsidized health plans and free vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Paid annual leave — the longer you work here, the more you earn
• Nine paid holidays
• On‑site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations
• Wellness programs and a healthy lifestyle premium discount
• Tuition assistance
• Employee Assistance programs
• National discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more