Manager Trainee -Operational Strength Program

Avis Budget Group • San Francisco, CA

97d • $68,000

About The Position

At Avis Budget Group, we believe great leaders are built through investment with hands-on experience, personalized guidance, and accelerated career opportunities. Our Operational Strength Program (OSP) is designed for ambitious, high-potential leaders ready to master our operations and drive their careers. This immersive program combines structured learning, functional rotations, and real-world immersion—equipping you with the strategic skills, leadership confidence and business acumen to successfully lead operation for a Fortune 500 organization.

Requirements

• 2- or 4-year college degree OR 4 years of military service.
• Willingness to relocate based on business needs.
• Data-focused problem solver with strong analytical skills.
• Experience as a team member or leader (e.g. sports, clubs, military, etc.).
• Ability to work shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Strong leadership potential, resilience, and passion for leading teams.
• Ability to thrive in a hands-on, fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Emotional intelligence, urgency, and a solutions-focused mindset.
• Regular, on-site presence (this role is not remote).

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of experience providing high-quality customer service.
• Demonstrated strong work ethic—such as working during college or mentoring others in school, work, or service settings.

Responsibilities

• Join us as a Trainee in our Operational Strength Program and kick-start your path to becoming an Operations Manager.
• Participate in hands-on training in operations, customer service, logistics, and team leadership.
• Rotate through key operational functions and receive personalized mentorship from experienced leaders.
• Build skills to drive team performance and operational excellence in a fast-paced environment.
• Be open to relocation to grow your career and advance to more senior level management roles.
• Transition into an Operations Manager role at one of our airport locations upon successful completion of OSP.

Benefits

• Annual Compensation: $68,000/year.
• Sign On Bonus: $2,500.
• Company Vehicle: Gas, insurance, and maintenance included.
• Career placement: Guaranteed transition into a management role upon program completion.
• Paid Time Off.
• Leadership Development Training & Coaching from Senior Leaders.
• 401K Retirement Plan with full company match up to 6% following 1-year of service.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance.
• Voluntary Benefits: Group Legal, Identity Theft Protection, and additional life insurance coverage.
• Employee Discounts: Reduced pricing on Avis / Budget vehicle purchases and other employee discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling, financial/legal consultation, and care service referrals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees