Benefits
Competitive pay is just the beginning.
We’re proud to invest in our employees with competitive pay, healthcare benefits, free shift meals and flexible scheduling. Plus, our Archways to Opportunity program includes benefits like classes to improve your English skills, pathways to earn a high school diploma, and tuition assistance while you’re working towards your college degree.
Archways to Opportunity programs are available to qualifying McDonald’s employees and designed to put you on the path to success.
Tuition Assistance
Since 2015, we’ve helped over 55,000 employees pay for college—you could be one of them, too. Crew and managers are eligible for up to $3,000 per year in tuition assistance for accredited college programs.
McDonald’s College Partners
We’ve partnered with four colleges and universities to help you continue your education online. Eligible McDonald’s employees can get 100% of their tuition covered when attending Colorado Technical University or receive discounted tuition at Western Governors University, Excelsior College and DePaul University.
English Under the Arches
If you’re a non-native English speaker, you’re eligible to take up to four different courses designed to improve English language proficiency, helping you take your career to the next level.
High School Diploma/GED
Earn your diploma while working by taking courses online at no cost, and get support from academic coaches to help you along the way. Choose from 9 different career paths that fit your education goals, and study at your own pace.
Training programs and education
Gain invaluable experience that can help you reach new career heights with Hamburger University, McDonald’s state-of-the-art campus designed to teach eligible employees the integral business skills they need to succeed and ascend the ranks.
Flexible scheduling
Work when it works for you! Whether you’re balancing your work schedule with college classes, a high school sport, caring for family or other priorities, McDonald’s flexible scheduling makes it possible to work around your other life commitments.
Free shift meals
Enjoy your McDonald’s favorites for free while taking a break during your shift at McDonald’s restaurants in Greater Houston and the surrounding area.
