What benefits does Amtrak offer?

Amtrak offers many great benefits to its employees. Previous and current employees cited this as one of the best parts about working for Amtrak. Employees of Amtrak receive the following benefits and perks:

Health and Wellness

Medical, Vision, Dental, Prescription Drug Plans, as well as Everyday Wellness benefits.

Family and Medical Leave

After one year of service, employees may be eligible for up to 12 weeks of leave in a 12-month period for serious health conditions concerning them or a covered family member.

Income Protection

Short and Long Term Disability, Employee, Spousal, and Child Life Insurance, as well as Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.

Tax-Free Accounts

Options to save money are available for all employees, including Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs): Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA, Parking Commuter Reimbursement Account, and Transit Commuter Reimbursement Account.

Retirement

Federal law provides that railroad employees pay taxes under the Railroad Retirement Tax Act (RRTA) rather than the Social Security Act, providing employees with a higher retirement benefit.

The Amtrak 401(k) plan provides employees with a variety of investment options to help save money for retirement.

Education Assistance

After six months of service, Amtrak may provide financial assistance if an employee wishes to pursue a formal course of study for professional development.

The Educational Assistance program is designed to provide financial reimbursement for coursework that meets accreditation standards and grade requirements.

Amtrak provides affordable access to voluntary benefits such as Auto and Home Insurance, Identity Theft, a Legal Benefits Plan, and Pet Insurance.

Local Perks

Amtrak employees may have access to local perks based on their work location, including reduced fee memberships to bikeshares and discounts for sporting events, movie theaters, museums, and amusement parks.