I did the cadet program for SkyWest and by far one of the biggest attractions to it was that it ISNT BINDING. If you end up not liking what you see, no harm, no foul. What is great about it is that it makes you feel like you're a part of something because you can access the company website and see what's really going on with the company. Company seniority (not to be confused with pilot seniority) also starts when you show up for orientation. Health benefits eligibility, 401(k) elegibility, performance and quarterly bonuses etc start when you show up. That means that your travel seniority will be when you do orientation as well. It was a fun program too because recruiters are actual line pilots and give information to you straight with no BS.

To my knowledge, other programs and binding and that's the last thing you want to do. PM me if you have any questions and I'd be more than happy to help. Go Sioux