Management Trainee (John Wayne Airport)

At SIXT, we don’t just hire for jobs - we build leadership careers. 1ST GEAR! is our global Management Trainee Program - a dynamic, 12-month journey designed to fast-track your way into a real leadership role. From day one, you’ll gain hands-on experience, take on responsibility, and develop the skills you need to lead in one of the world’s most innovative mobility companies. What makes this program unique? You don’t just complete it - you graduate into a leadership position. Whether it’s managing your own downtown branch or becoming part of a high-performing airport leadership team, your next career step is guaranteed. Earn an hourly rate of $24.20, with a performance-based bonus, and the use of a company car upon successful completion of the program. We’re looking for ambitious, curious, and proactive individuals who are ready to roll up their sleeves and grow fast. If you want to make an impact, lead with confidence, and shape the future of mobility, 1ST GEAR! is your starting line. YOUR MANAGEMENT CAREER PATH AT SIXT You take on responsibility early in your 12-month program, support the achievement of our operational goals, and contribute to greater efficiency and shared success within the team. Upon successful completion of the program, you will be placed directly in a leadership position anywhere in the United States You gain insights into key business areas such as Sales, Customer Service, Fleet Management, and Performance Management, and develop further along clear learning and performance goals You work in the operational day-to-day business from day one, get to know all aspects of our core operations from sales to fleet operations, and are supported through training in communication, conflict resolution, sales, and problem-solving strategies You collaborate closely with Branch Managers and Area Directors to learn leadership on the job YOUR SKILLS MATTER Growth Mindset You have completed a bachelor's degree or gained relevant professional experience in Sales, Customer Service, Tourism, Hospitality and Management Leadership and Entrepreneurial Potential You have a hands‑on, entrepreneurial mindset, driven to lead - you don’t wait for instructions, you take the lead Communication Excellence You have strong communication skills in English (other languages are a plus) Proactive Attitude You work independently, solve problems, and take ownership Agile Flexibility You are required to work and travel within the United States as business needs dictate. This is not a fully remote position and may require periodic travel of up to 50% during the first year of the program as well as temporary assignments across various locations within the United States Mobility Readiness You hold a valid driver’s license and have at least 1 year of driving experience