Evelyn went from part-time parcel handler to full-time articulated lorry driver by earning her Commercial Driver’s License – thanks to a CDL training programme that UPS paid for:
‘The tuition assistance helped me a lot,’ Evelyn said. ‘Thank God everything was paid for, because I didn’t have the money to pay for it on my own.’
Joceliz started as a part-time parcel handler in the mornings to accommodate her school schedule in the afternoons. Now a part-time supervisor, Joceliz hopes to continue at UPS with a full-time career after graduation.
‘When I graduated high school, I needed money for college. I looked up the best companies with tuition reimbursement and at the top was UPS‘, Joceliz said. ‘I have spoken to people who have worked at UPS for over 30 years. Many started off as part-time parcel handlers. Everybody's story is amazing and mine is just starting.’
Former Canadian pro football player Greg found the pay, benefits and flexibility he needed at UPS to start a non-profit company dedicated to coaching the next generation of players:
'I came to UPS as a part-time loader, just looking to get my foot in the door. I needed money, I needed benefits and UPS offered it,' Greg said. ‘I needed to finish my degree, and UPS offered tuition reimbursement and paid for me to finish my degree.‘
After getting a second chance at life following an illness, Brianna went from part-time parcel hander to full-time supervisor at UPS, connecting with training and tuition support that would help fuel her career:
‘It was not until UPS that I had a desire to get my degree. They were willing to pay for my education and give me a chance to learn. I want to go because of how much the company has put into me, and I want to give that back in a way.’
