Birgit Schulz
About Birgit Schulz
Birgit Schulz is a Talent Development Manager at DPR Construction in Austin, Texas, with extensive experience in instructional design and learning program management. She has previously held positions at Apple, Dell, and other organizations, and has a background in German and English Language and Literature.
Work at DPR Construction
Birgit Schulz has served as the Talent Development Manager at DPR Construction since 2021. In this role, she focuses on enhancing talent development strategies within the organization. Based in the Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area, she has contributed to the company's initiatives aimed at fostering a robust learning environment for employees. Her responsibilities include designing and implementing learning programs that align with organizational goals.
Previous Experience at Apple
Before joining DPR Construction, Birgit Schulz worked at Apple for four years, from 2015 to 2019. During her tenure, she held positions as Sr. Instructional Designer and Global Learning Program Manager. In these roles, she was responsible for developing and managing global learning initiatives, contributing to Apple's commitment to employee development and training.
Education and Expertise
Birgit Schulz earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of North Texas, where she studied German and English Language and Literature, with a minor in Linguistics. Her educational background supports her expertise in instructional design and learning strategies. She has a strong interest in cognitive science and generative AI, which informs her approach to talent development.
Career Background
Birgit Schulz has a diverse career in talent development and instructional design. Prior to her roles at Apple and DPR Construction, she worked at MicroAssist as an eLearning Specialist and at Dell as a Training Analyst and Curriculum Developer. She also served as a Board Member for the Association for Talent Development (ATD) from 2010 to 2012. Additionally, she briefly worked as a teacher for Give a Heart To Africa in Tanzania.
Skills and Strengths
Birgit Schulz possesses strengths in learning solutions strategy, needs analysis, and performance consulting. She focuses on understanding how individuals consume information and what drives their engagement with learning content. Her skills include designing learning cultures and developing instructional design frameworks, allowing her to conceptualize and analyze learning programs effectively.