Operations Manager Trainee – OSP Path, Relocation Included

United States 2 Avis Budget Car Rental LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual compensation: $56,000/year

Sign on bonus: $2,500

Company vehicle: gas, insurance, and 5

Job summary

Avis Budget Group is seeking a Trainee for its Operational Strength Program (OSP) in Chicago. This full-time immersion combines hands-on training in operations, customer service, logistics, and team leadership with peers from across the country.

Program begins January 2027 and offers coaching from senior leaders, structured rotations, and a path to an Operations Manager role. Relocation assistance and a comprehensive benefits package accompany the opportunity.

Qualifications

• 2- or 4-year college degree OR 4 years of military service.
• Ability and willingness to relocate anywhere nationwide.
• Data‑focused problem solver with strong analytical skills.
• Experience as a team member or team leader (e.g. sports, clubs, military, etc.)
• Ability to work shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Valid driver’s license and authorized to work in the United States.
• 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)
• Extra points for this: At least one year of experience providing high‑quality customer service, with a demonstrated strong work ethic—such as working during college or mentoring others in school, work, or service settings.

Responsibilities

• Join as a Trainee in the Operational Strength Program to become an Operations Manager.
• Gain hands-on training in operations, customer service, logistics, and team leadership.
• Rotate across different operations functions.
• Receive coaching and support from senior leaders.
• Relocation support to move to a new location.

Skills

Analytical skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Education

2- or 4-year college degree or 4 years military service

Job description

Avis Budget Group is seeking a Trainee for its Operational Strength Program (OSP) in Chicago. This full-time immersion combines hands-on training in operations, customer service, logistics, and team leadership with peers from across the country.

Program begins January 2027 and offers coaching from senior leaders, structured rotations, and a path to an Operations Manager role. Relocation assistance and a comprehensive benefits package accompany the opportunity.