Target is the latest retail giant to pay college tuition and textbook expenses for its US-based employees. The benefit starts as early as their first day on the job.
The retail giant is following the lead of other large US companies offering more benefits to attract and retain talent in a tight job market.Starting as early as their first day on the job, more than 340,000 employees at Target stores and distribution centers will now be able to choose from 250 programs at over 40 schools and universities across the country, and they won't have to pay a dollar, Target said in a news release.
"America's largest retailer will cover 100% of college tuition for its workersTarget said it will also pay up to $10,000 a year for master's programs within its available network of schools, which include the University of Arizona, Oregon State University and historically Black colleges and universities like Morehouse College and Paul Quinn.
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