Sarbucks. One of the worlds most famous coffee company's. The butt of many an over expensive coffee joke. In my mind the great American success story. A company created by possibly one of the greatest businessmen of our times. This company has managed massive growth globally and yet has systems in place to take care of employees locally. I have had the pleasure of being friends with a VP at Starbuck for many years and have been privy to some inside information from time to time that has given some insight to the man that started it all and has returned the company to the top. Howard Schultz has done with a massive corporation what few have ever achieved. Here are some of the things that besides good coffee the corporation does for its partners (employees). More than 70% of their U.S. partners (employees) are students or aspiring students. They want to help. Supporting their partners’ ambitions, they believe that this is the very best investment Starbucks can make.
Below are just some of the programs accessible to those partners.
College Achievement Plan
A first of its kind collaboration with Arizona State University, we’re offering all part- and full-time benefits eligible U.S. partners full tuition coverage for every year of college to earn a bachelor’s degree. Partners receive support from a dedicated team of coaches and advisors, 24/7 tutoring on a variety of subjects, and a choice of more than 50 undergraduate degrees through ASU's research driven and top-ranked program, delivered online.Learn more about How It Works
Frequently Asked Questions
They are also supporting those that have served and their families.
Learn more about ASU
Veteran and Military Families
Our military service member and veteran partners can now help a family member realize their dreams of pursuing a college education. To show our gratitude for their service, they can extend an additional Starbucks College Achievement Plan benefit to their spouse, domestic partner, or child. The participating family member will receive all the same benefits as our partners in the program.
Frequently Asked Questions and Eligibility
Learn more about How it Works
Military and Spouses – Serve with us
Become a Partner
The Starbucks College Achievement Plan is just one way we’re committed to the success of our partners. From growing as a person, as a partner, in your career and in your community – the opportunity is here for you to shape and make your own. That’s why when you launch a career inspired by human connection and the opportunity to become your personal best, the possibilities are endless.
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Please take a couple minutes and Listen to Howard speak
So before you just dismiss Starbucks as a heartless corporation check em out. Read Howards book 'Pour your Heart into it'. Also how else are you supposed to get the morning started than a great flat white!
Happy Tasting Adventures,
Cheers,
WineWalkabout
