Workday Graduate Development Program – Indy - October 2025 start date

Kainos

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
Join Kainos and Shape the FutureAt Kainos, we’re problem solvers, innovators, and collaborators - driven by a shared mission to create real impact. Whether we’re transforming digital services for millions, delivering cutting-edge Workday solutions, or pushing the boundaries of technology, we do it together.We believe in a people-first culture, where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly make a difference. Here, you’ll be part of a diverse, ambitious team that celebrates creativity and collaboration.Ready to make your mark? Join us and be part of something bigger.Kainos was established in 1986 in Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK which is still our Corporate Headquarters today! Since then, we’ve grown to over 3,000 employees across 29 countries. Kainos is a publicly traded company on the London Stock Exchange, and you can explore our stock growth with stock symbol LON: KNOS.We’re a leading Workday Services and Software Partner providing full-service Workday solutions to our customers and rapidly growing in North America. Within our Workday Practice, we have over 600 Workday certified consultants servicing more than 500 global customers.Your Opportunity:
  • Growth and Diversity: Foster an atmosphere for thriving and growth.
  • Dynamic Cohort: Join a group of peers equally excited about the journey.
  • Global Hubs: Work with colleagues in: Toronto, Canada, Belfast, Ireland, Gdansk, Poland and Buenos Aires, Argentina to name a few of our global locations.
  • Mentorship: Be paired with a former program graduate and provided with opportunities for mentorship beyond your business unit.
  • Role Alignment: Align with a department/role in our Workday Practice.
  • Hands-On Learning: Gain independence through hands-on opportunities.
  • Professional Training: Receive job-specific, professional, and business training throughout the first year. Upon completing the 12-month program, you'll acquire valuable expertise and skills to contribute to the organization's transformation. Fun fact: 11 of Kainos' top 17 leaders are graduates of our Early Careers Program! This full-time opportunity is designed to support your long-term success and growth within the company.
We are excited to offer a range of roles and will consider you for the position that best matches your skills and experiences. Below, you'll find a list of available roles. This is a non-rotational position, and we focus on aligning candidates with roles based on the specific responsibilities and core requirements for each role. Additionally, you'll find detailed role-specific requirements to guide you in understanding each position's unique needs. Your role will consist of:
  • Working with global brands, Test Consultants solve testing problems through delivering Kainos’s Smart™ automation solution for our Customers’ Workday implementation.
  • Test Consultants perform analysis of Customers’ Workday configuration, understand the specific domain (HCM, Financials, Payroll and Security) configuration that drives their business. Test Consultants are experts in the Kainos Smart™ product and apply their knowledge to understand where its functionality, benefits, and limitations apply to the Customer’s configuration.
  • From initial discovery of the Customers’ specific configuration, the Test Consultant will define (and communication to the Customer for their consent) the scope of appropriate tests to be created, ensuring they are aligned with the Customers’ test strategy and provide value. The Test Consultant will utilize the test scope to design and build test packs in Kainos Smart™, achieving a balance of efficiency versus added value for the Customer.
  • On completion of the build process, the Test Consultant will teach the Customers’ test users on the Kainos Smart™ functionality and transfer knowledge of what has been built, why it has been built and how to use it. When the deliverables are complete, the Test Consultants will transition Customers to our internal Customer Success teams.
  • Outside of Customer engagements, Test Consultants will contribute to the continuous improvement of the Kainos Smart™ product by suggesting new features & functionality and liaising with development on the creation and testing of features, fixes etc.
Core Requirements for All Workday Graduate Consultant Positions:
  • Currently enrolled in or have completed a bachelors degree before June 2026 in Informatics, Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, Finance, Human Resources, Economics, or other related degree from a university of recognized standing.
  • Good communicator, you will be willing to assume a customer facing role, with the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and clients
  • Capable of working within teams and alongside customers, as well as on your individual tasks with limited supervision. Able to manage your time effectively and record it accurately.
  • Are legally eligible to work in USA and able to enter the Canada to work on client assignments.
  • Thriving on collaboration, we welcome candidates who can join us in person at our vibrant Downtown Indy office, where we're excited to provide hands-on support and foster an inclusive workplace culture.
Embracing our differencesAt Kainos, we believe in the power of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to building a team that is as diverse as the world we live in, where everyone is valued, respected, and given an equal chance to thrive. We actively seek out talented people from all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them who they are. We also believe every candidate deserves a level playing field.Our friendly talent acquisition team is here to support you every step of the way, so if you require any accommodations or adjustments, we encourage you to reach out.We understand that everyone's journey is different, and by having a private conversation we can ensure that our recruitment process is tailored to your needs.

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