The University of Utah and Salt Lake Community College have been selected by Amazon as partners in its Career Choice Program. The program gives hourly frontline Amazon employees access to associate degree programs, industry certifications for in-demand jobs and foundational skills such as ESL proficiency certifications.
“We are always looking for new ways to improve access to a degree at the U,” said Steve Robinson, senior associate vice president for enrollment management at the university. “Amazon is a major employer in the Salt Lake Valley and this partnership provides a great opportunity for its employees to attend the state’s flagship institution and a top research university.”
“We are truly excited to be the preferred educational provider for Amazon employees in the Salt Lake Valley,” said Ryan Farley, associate vice president for enrollment management at SLCC. “Salt Lake Community College’s flexible class schedules, convenience and affordability all make for a perfect fit for Amazon employees looking to expand their career options and take advantage of the incredible benefits Career Choice provides them.”
Amazon’s Career Choice program is an education benefit that empowers employees to learn new skills for career success at Amazon or elsewhere. The program meets individual learners where they are on their education journey through a variety of education and upskilling opportunities, including full college tuition, industry certifications designed to lead to in-demand jobs, high school diplomas and GEDs.