Discover your future in our Officer Development Program.
Launch your career with the training, exposure, and support to move into leadership.
Officer Development Program (ODP)
For recent and upcoming graduates ready to launch their careers, Hancock Whitney's Officer Development Program provides an accelerated path for professional growth and leadership development.
Designed to build future leaders, this full-time, paid, 18-month program combines hands-on learning, mentorship, business exposure, and professional development experiences that prepare participants for long-term success.
The transition from college to career can be challenging. The Officer Development Program is designed to bridge that gap by helping participants strengthen business knowledge, develop professional skills, build meaningful relationships, and gain exposure to multiple areas of the bank.
Program Highlights:
18-Month Paid Program
Benefits Eligible
Formal Mentorship
Banking Fundamentals
Department Rotations
Networking Opportunities
Why choose ODP?
Accelerated Development
Build foundational business, banking, and professional skills through structured learning experiences designed to support early-career success.
Mentorship & Networking
Learn from experienced leaders, expand your professional network, and gain guidance throughout the 18-month program.
Cross-Functional Exposure
Experience different areas of the bank through department introductions, field rotations, and real-world assignments that broaden your business understanding.
Leadership Readiness
Develop the skills, business acumen, and confidence needed to contribute today and grow into future leadership opportunities.
Designed to help you grow
ODP participants develop skills across several key areas, including:
Professional Skills
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Professionalism and personal brand development
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Goal setting and career planning
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Business writing and communication
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Networking and social capital building
Banking & Industry Knowledge
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Banking and financial services fundamentals
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Client relationship management
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Credit and lending fundamentals
- Exposure to wealth, commercial, retail, risk, and operations functions throughout the bank
The Officer Development Program is designed for recent graduates and upcoming graduates pursuing bachelor's or master's degrees with relevant coursework in accounting, finance, economics, or a related business discipline.
Preferred qualifications include:
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3.0 cumulative GPA or higher
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Strong leadership potential
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Passion for learning and development
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Interest in relationship-building
- Commitment to professional growth
Your future starts here
Whether you're seeking your first internship or preparing to launch your career after graduation, Hancock Whitney offers opportunities to learn, grow, and build a future with purpose.
