Operations encompasses the core activities that make United Technologies Corporation a global leader in the industries in which we compete - Supply Management, Manufacturing and Quality. Today, one of the most important undertakings at UTC is to take these activities and the talents of the people who perform them to the highest level. We call it Operations Transformation. The goal is to help UTC maintain such a clear competitive edge that customers would be hard-pressed to do business with anyone else. Operational Excellence is critical to UTC's success, and as an Operations Leadership Program (OLP) Associate, you have a unique opportunity to be where the action is, at the heart of an endeavor that is one of UTC's highest priorities.

The OLP offers unique training and development opportunities to recent college and university graduates as well as UTC employees and focuses on career development while improving Operations across UTC. Participants will develop a depth of knowledge and experience across UTC's worldwide businesses and functional disciplines through three eight-month rotations (two years) in Supply Management, Manufacturing and Quality. It is an accelerated program to cultivate the leadership potential of its participants through challenging and rewarding assignments.

What we're looking for

We're seeking talented, highly motivated people with a results-oriented track record and strong leadership experience. The selection process allows candidates multiple opportunities to demonstrate their capabilities. Successful Associates have demonstrated a good "fit" for the UTC culture and collectively bring a broad range of business skills, talents, experience and expertise including:

• An MBA, BS or MS degree in Operations-related fields such as Engineering or Supply Chain Management.
• Meaningful business experience with a track record of success.
• Strong leadership, communication and analytical skills.
• Desire for personal and professional development.
• Lean manufacturing capabilities.

Associates who have participated in the Operations Leadership Program attended the following colleges/universities.

Boston College Boston University Central Connecticut State University Clemson University Columbia University Duke University Georgetown University Harvard University Howard University Indiana University Kent State University Lehigh University Loyola College Merrimack College Michigan State University Michigan Technological University Northwestern University Northwood University

Pennsylvania State University Purdue University Quinnipiac University Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute San Jose State University Syracuse University Tecnologico de Monterrey Thunderbird School of Global Management University of Connecticut University of Hartford University of Massachusetts University of Michigan University of New Haven University of Virginia, Darden School of Business Virginia Tech Worcester Polytechnic Institute Yale University

What you will do

• Spend the next two years — divided into three eight-month rotations - honing your operational and management skills by learning about and working on the three primary functional areas of Operations: Manufacturing, Quality and Supply Management.
• Work at three of UTC's seven dynamic global business units: Carrier, Hamilton Sundstrand, Otis Elevator, Pratt & Whitney, Sikorsky Aircraft, UTC Fire & Security, or UTC Power — as well as UTC's Corporate Headquarters.
• Work with fellow OLP associates and UTC Operations Transformation Leaders on program enhancement teams in such disciplines as Employee Empowerment & Engagement, Communications and Job Transition.

What you will learn

• The core concepts of Supply Management, Lean Manufacturing, and Quality, and how to apply them to improve operations.
• The breadth and depth of UTC's diverse mix of products and services.
• How each UTC business unit works, competes and succeeds.

How you will benefit

• An opportunity to launch a rewarding and meaningful career that best matches your skills and talents with the needs of UTC and its business units.
• An opportunity to advance in an organization that constantly seeks the best talent and will do whatever it takes to develop and retain that talent.
• Challenging assignments across a broad range of business, functions, and locations around the world.
• Exposure and visibility to UTC Operations Executives.
• An opportunity to build a network of fellow professionals throughout UTC.
• Unparalleled hands-on experience.