• Start your journey with Amtrak!

    Amtrak has launched careers, inspired ideas and created opportunity for our nation. Whether you are a current college student or recent graduate, start your journey with Amtrak today.

  • Start your journey with Amtrak!

    Amtrak has launched careers, inspired ideas and created opportunity for our nation. Whether you are a current college student or recent graduate, start your journey with Amtrak today.

  • Start your journey with Amtrak!

    Amtrak has launched careers, inspired ideas and created opportunity for our nation. Whether you are a current college student or recent graduate, start your journey with Amtrak today.

Start your journey with Amtrak

Amtrak has launched careers, inspired ideas and created opportunity for our nation. Whether you are a current college student or recent graduate, start your journey with Amtrak today.

Internship & Co-op Program

Amtrak is excited to hire motivated and energetic students into our growing internship and co-op program. These internship opportunities will allow you to apply the skills you’ve learned in your academic program in a real world setting at a large transportation organization. We have opportunities for students in all areas of study, from Human Resources to Sustainability. Amtrak’s interns & co-ops play an integral role in the success of our organization.

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Academic Scholarship Program

Did you know Amtrak offers an academic scholarship program? Check out our academic scholarships if you’re a student who has an active interest in the railroad and transportation industry. Academic scholarships are offered in categories such as Engineering, Information Technology and Business. Amtrak is investing in future railroad professionals by supporting their educational endeavors through this program.

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Management Trainee Program

Amtrak’s Management Trainee Program prepares recent graduates for leadership positions within our Engineering, Mechanical, and Transportation disciplines. Within the rotational programs, Management Trainees spend 18-24 months rotating among different teams and roles in order to gain a holistic understanding of Amtrak operations.  At the conclusion of the program, Management Trainees are hired into individual leadership roles within their intended path.

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Additional opportunities

In addition to our internships, co-ops and Management Trainee Program, we also hire recent graduates across varied disciplines at the organization to launch their career.  We especially encourage our current and past student employees to seek out full-time opportunities at the organization.

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The future rides with us

For almost 50 years Amtrak has been a terrific launch pad for professional careers, inspiring hundreds of students to put their skills to good use. Amtrak’s University Recruiting team attends a variety of events throughout the calendar year at university campuses to meet talented students who have an interest in working at Amtrak. Look out for Amtrak at your school’s upcoming career fairs or hiring events – we would would love to meet you and learn more about your interest in working in the industry.