National Transit Career Day
Are you interested in learning more about career opportunities in transportation?
Transportation offers more than just a job, it provides a pathway to meaningful, rewarding careers that keep communities connected and moving (see career videos). Whether you’re a college student exploring your future or a job seeker looking for new opportunities, the transit industry offers careers in operations, engineering, technology, maintenance, planning, customer service, communications, finance, and leadership. Discover how your skills and interests can help shape the future of mobility while making a lasting impact in the communities you serve.
National Transit Career Day is Thursday, November 12, 2026!
You can access the free APTA resource toolkit for transit agencies, government partners, schools, and public and private-sector organizations. If you’re ready to ignite transit career interest in your region, this is a powerful opportunity to partner in recruiting new talent and engaging current employees. The tools on this site will highlight the exciting career paths available in public transportation for data scientist, engineers, planners, marketing professionals, social media experts, transit operators, managers, executives, and more. If you have questions, you can email our team at Workforce@apta.com
National Transit Career Day 2025 Map and List of Participating Organizations
APTA’s National Transit Career Day 2025 Map is accompanied by the list of organizations participating in the 2025 initiative designed to ignite interest in transportation careers. The map and the list can be referenced as a tool for those seeking industry collaborations and are interested in learning more about transportation careers.
Video for Ages 1 – 9 years old to introduce youth to transit careers:
You can introduce youth to careers in transit with the story Not Just The Driver!, by Sara Holly Ackerman and Robert Neubecker. This video is a fun reminder that it takes a great team to connect and serve our communities. You’ll learn about the careers of a director, bus driver, technician, supply chain and logistics staff, and more.
High School Students At Career Day Video
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) and the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) designed a program to introduce Cardozo HS students to transit careers in engineering, operations, maintenance, planning, HR, finance, grant writing, safety, and more. How can you keep a room full of students engaged? You can engage students in a day of interactive activities like small group mentoring,1-on-1 coaching, and career journey panels.
Transit Careers
To learn more about careers in the transportation industry, watch the videos and download the brochures below.
| Service Information Wayfinding Specialist |
General Counsel & Chief Legal Officer |
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| Talent Acquisition HR Manager |
Marketing Department Creative Team Graphics Administrator |
Data Scientist Videos and Brochure
Download Data Scientist brochure
Engineer Video
Light Rail Training Maintenance Supervisor
Download Light Rail Training Maintenance Supervisor brochure
Outreach Specialist Video and Brochure
Download Outreach Specialist brochure
Schedule Coordinator Video and Brochure
Download the Schedule Coordinator brochure
Transit Information Center Representative Video and Brochure
Download the Transit Information Center Representative brochure
Transit Information Lead Video and Brochure
Download the Transit Information Lead brochure
Vice President of Transit Operations Video and Brochure
Download the VP of Transit Operations brochure
Transit System CEO Video
Featuring Exciting Careers in Public Transportation!
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be a CEO, a supervising planner at a state DOT, or a leader in the private sector? Whether you’re a student exploring a future in transportation or in the industry and looking to grow, this dynamic and inspiring panel is for you. In the video below, Next Generation Transportation: Focus on Future Leaders, the panelists share their personal journeys and pivotal moments that guide their work.
Transportation Career Fair Checklist
Use this career fair checklist to prepare for an event that connects emerging talent, promotes open positions, and showcases your organization as an employer of choice in the transportation industry.
Download Checklist Template (PDF)
Press Release Template for National Transportation Career Day
This press release template helps organizations announce their involvement in National Transportation Career Day. It provides a clear and professional format to highlight their commitment to workforce development, promote their participation in local or national events, and encourage community engagement in transportation careers.