43411 - MERIT Special Programs - Workforce Development - FY27
Funding Opportunity Details

Transit Program

Final Application Deadline: Feb 1, 2026 11:59 PM

Description

• The Public Transportation Workforce Development Program supports the development of talent pipelines and the upskilling of an existing workforce. It intends to increase awareness of public transportation as a career choice and further develop skills for aspiring young professionals, management, maintenance and operations staff, and other specializations within public transportation and commuter assistance agencies. The grant program enables qualified individuals to gain experience in all facets of public transportation operations through hands-on work and professional development. 

  Skilled trade mentorships, pre- and post-graduate internships, registered apprenticeships, and agency trainings are eligible for program funding. Applicants are responsible for conducting an open recruitment process or establishing a partnership with a post-secondary educational institution in selecting a qualified individual who fulfills the purpose and intent of the program. Applicants are permitted to apply for funding for existing workforce development programs, as well as new ones.  

  This program is not intended for staff augmentation, and such applications will not be considered for funding. This includes applications for full-time and part-time staff positions with duties or responsibilities not held by existing non-apprentice staff. 

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