Cognizant Workday - Human Capital Management Associate Consultant
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Job overview
Cognizant is recruiting upcoming graduates for an entry-level consulting opportunity in its Workday practice, starting in summer 2027. The Workday HCM Analyst supports customers through all phases of Workday HCM implementations as part of a project team, collaborating with customers, Lead Consultants, and Engagement Managers. The role is onsite five days a week at a client or Cognizant office in Plano, Texas, with travel to customer sites when needed.
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About Cognizant Workday
Cognizant Workday practice is recruiting for upcoming graduates who are looking for an exciting, entry level consulting opportunity starting in the summer of 2027. We proudly partner with Workday, one of the leading cloud-based software solutions for HR, finance and payroll management.
About the role
As a Workday HCM Analyst, you will make an impact by helping customers get the most out of their Workday HCM implementation as part of a project team, supporting all phases of Workday system implementations. You will be a valued member of the Cognizant Workday practice and work collaboratively with customers, Lead Consultants and Engagement Managers.
In this role, you will
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Partner closely with your team and customers to achieve excellence in each phase of your projects
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Assist Lead Consultants in gathering business requirements, designing and prototyping, testing and implementing business solutions
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Participate in Workday HCM implementation activities including discovery, architecture, configuration, documentation, testing and project review sessions, and configure the system to customer requirements
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Provide consistent follow-through and frequently update your project Lead and Engagement Manager on timelines, tasks, risks and responsibilities
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Stay current with Workday updates and project changes, and seek out opportunities to grow your skillset and professional development
Work model
At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role's business requirements, this is an onsite position requiring 5 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Plano, TX.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
What you need to have to be considered
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Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Human Resources, Human Resources Management, HRIS, Business Administration/Management or a related field
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Strong communication, presentation and analytical skills, with the ability to effectively manage customer expectations
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Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
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A passion for exceptional customer service
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Willingness to travel to customer sites when needed
These will help you stand out
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Up to 1 year of work experience in a professional environment
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A growth mindset, with curiosity and a desire to learn and grow
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Initiative and accountability, taking ownership of commitments and following through
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Resilience and adaptability when working through challenges
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Self-awareness and the ability to adapt your approach to work effectively with others
We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.
Cognizant is always looking for top talent. We are searching for candidates to fill future needs within the business. This job posting represents potential future employment opportunities with Cognizant. Although the position is not currently available, we want to provide you with the opportunity to express your interest in future employment opportunities with Cognizant. If a job opportunity that you may be qualified for becomes available in the future, we will notify you. At that time you can determine whether you would like to apply for the specific open position. Thank you for your interest in Cognizant career opportunities.
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
How this job compares
Set against the 8,423 open Consulting jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- Maryland median$125–224K/yr106 salary ranges
- US median$25–64/hr227 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 113 open Consulting jobs in Maryland and 8,423 across the US. 3% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Experience
- Consulting postings that state a minimum ask for 6 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 5 to 8 years (7,553 postings).
- Education
- 5,347 of the 8,423 open Consulting jobs (63%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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