Career growth doesn't look the way it used to.
Instead of climbing a single ladder, today’s professionals build new skills, change direction, and grow into different roles over time. Companies that get this right hire for potential and give people room to grow into it.
With learning programs, mentorship, stretch projects, and clear internal opportunities, forward-thinking companies make it easier for employees to try new paths without starting over.
Here’s how four companies are supporting upskilling, career pivots, and internal mobility.
Cummins
At Cummins, careers are powered by possibility. We invest in continuous learning through technical training, leadership development, and digital upskilling so our employees can grow as our industry evolves. Employees are encouraged to explore new paths—across functions and regions. By promoting from within and making opportunities visible, we empower team members to pivot with confidence, expand their skills and build long, meaningful careers.
Learn more about Cummins.
Zillow
At Zillow, career development is about creating equitable access to growth - career journeys are as unique as the people behind them. Growth here doesn’t always mean changing roles. It can mean taking on new challenges, building depth in your current position, or charting a bold new course.
In 2024, Stephen attended a hiring event on a whim, looking to expand his network in the sales community. What he didn’t expect was a conversation with a Zillow employee that truly stuck. Hearing firsthand what it was like to work here sparked something bigger. Listen to his story below.
Learn more about Zillow.
SoftwareOne
At SoftwareOne, we see upskilling and internal mobility as two sides of the same coin. By investing in continuous learning, we enable people to evolve their skills while staying true to their strengths and aspirations. We actively encourage career pivots by making opportunities visible, supporting stretch assignments, and fostering open career conversations. When talent can grow from within, teams become more engaged, resilient, and future‑ready. Empowering people to move, learn, and reinvent themselves internally is not just good talent strategy, it’s a core part of building an inclusive and sustainable organization.
Learn more about SoftwareOne.
Shure
Shure is committed to Associate success. We help teams grow, adapt, and thrive throughout their careers through a wide range of learning and development opportunities, including technical training, leadership development programs, and access to continuous learning resources. Associates are encouraged to explore career pivots through mentorship, cross‑functional projects, and stretch assignments that build new skills and broaden perspective. Shure also prioritizes internal mobility by promoting from within and providing clear pathways for Associates to transition into new roles across teams and disciplines. By fostering a culture of learning, curiosity, and internal advancement, Shure empowers team members to shape meaningful, long‑term careers while contributing their evolving talents to the organization and preparing them to take the stage!
Learn more about Shure.
How to spot a company that will help you grow
We love what these companies are doing to support employees and upskillers. If you're looking for a place where you can grow your career, here are a few green flags to watch for:
- Clear opportunities for internal mobility: can employees move across teams or roles without starting over?
- Access to learning and development: are there programs, stipends, or real on-the-job opportunities to build new skills?
- Managers who support growth: do leaders actively encourage development, or just focus on output?
- Visibility into career paths: is it clear what growth looks like and how to get there?
- A culture that values curiosity: are employees encouraged to try new things, ask questions, and evolve?
- Real examples of growth: do people actually move up, pivot, or expand their roles over time?
Finding the right company isn't just about landing a job. It's about finding a place where you can keep growing long after you start.
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