The Wheel Rotational Program
About Clay
Our mission is to help organizations turn any growth idea into reality.
We see growth as a creative practice, not a formula. Finding and reaching your best-fit customers takes unique ideas and constant iteration. As AI makes execution faster and tactics easier to copy, creativity is the only lasting advantage. We're already helping thousands of customers — including Anthropic, Waste Management, Figma, and Ramp — go to market with unique data, signals, and AI research.
In 2025, we crossed $100M in revenue and raised a $100M Series C at a $3.1B valuation, backed by world-class investors including Sequoia, CapitalG, and First Round. We also completed our first first employee tender offer and launched a community equity round, for our customers, agency partners, and club members.
Some things to know about us:
Our community includes 11,000+ customers, 150+ integration partners, 125+ agencies, 50+ Clay clubs, and 30k members on Slack.
Our cultureis unique inside and outside of work. Our team members are also DJs, activists, writers, clowns, marathoners, skydivers, psychedelic therapists, social workers, and more.
All employees can work for free with world-class coaches who specialize in creativity, management, and more.
Our operating principles — including negative maintenance and non-attached action — guide our work. Read more about them here.
Read about us in the NYT, Forbes, First Round Review, and more.
Hear from our employees directly on our Glassdoor page!
What is The Wheel?
The Wheel is Clay's rotational program designed to create well-rounded tech leaders, with a strong foundation in product support and go-to-market skills. Starting with an immersive deep-dive in customer support, participants gain deep product expertise and firsthand understanding of user needs. This foundation then enables rotations across the company, where participants apply their skills to solve complex problems in sales, customer success, marketing, and more.
Why should you apply?
We're looking for ambitious, technical new grads (including those up to 2 years post-college) who are hungry to learn and grow in their careers. You should excel at problem-solving, quick learning, and clear communication.
The Wheel program offers a front-row seat to every aspect of building and scaling a rocket-ship startup. It's the perfect training ground for future entrepreneurs who want to learn how successful startups operate from the inside out.
What makes The Wheel different from other rotational programs?
Unlike traditional programs, The Wheel combines ongoing customer support with functional rotations, creating a unique blend of tactical expertise and strategic business exposure. Participants don't just observe—they actively contribute to key business initiatives while maintaining a strong connection to customer needs.
FAQs
What happens after the program?
Graduates emerge as versatile leaders with deep product knowledge and broad business acumen. While specific post-program placement depends on business needs at the time of completion, participants develop skills valuable for various roles across the tech industry.
Is prior technical experience required?
While formal technical education isn't mandatory, strong technical aptitude and the ability to quickly grasp complex concepts are essential. This can come from formal education, self-directed learning, or practical experience.
How is performance evaluated?
Through a combination of:
Customer support metrics and satisfaction
Project impact and deliverables
Cross-functional team feedback
Learning velocity and adaptation
Regular feedback and coaching sessions ensure continuous growth and development.