The Lead Off McDonald’s restaurant operators across Indiana are launching a summer hiring initiative aimed at filling 15,400 positions. Available jobs include crew, kitchen, leadership, and guest experience roles at participating locations. Company officials say employees may also qualify for educational assistance and other workplace benefits. INDIANAPOLIS, IND. (WOWO) McDonald’s restaurant operators across Indiana are seeking to hire approximately 15,400 employees this summer as part of a statewide workforce initiative. The hiring effort includes positions at locally owned and operated restaurants throughout Indiana, with openings available for individuals seeking seasonal employment, supplemental income, or longer-term career opportunities. Positions available statewide According to McDonald’s, restaurants are recruiting for a variety of roles, including: Shift leaders Service team members Kitchen team members Guest experience leads Company representatives say participating restaurants offer on-the-job training, flexible scheduling, and employee benefits that vary by location. Employees at participating locations may also receive discounts on menu items at many McDonald’s restaurants across the United States. Education and career development programs McDonald’s highlighted its Archways to Opportunity program as part of the hiring announcement. The education initiative provides eligible restaurant employees with access to resources including: College degree pathways Tuition assistance High school completion programs English language education support Career and education planning services According to the company, more than 92,000 restaurant employees have accessed Archways to Opportunity resources since 2015. McDonald’s also reported: More than 70,000 employees have received college tuition assistance. More than $240 million has been awarded through high school and college tuition assistance programs since the initiative began. Workforce experience and skills development McDonald’s said many current and former employees have used skills gained through restaurant employment in later careers. According to a company survey, more than 70% of respondents who previously worked at McDonald’s said they developed workplace skills there that they later used throughout their professional lives. The company also noted that approximately one in eight Americans has worked at a McDonald’s restaurant at some point. Application process Job seekers interested in available positions can apply online through McDonald’s hiring platform or begin the application process by text message. Applicants can: Visit the McDonald’s hiring website to search for openings at nearby restaurants. Text “APPLY” to 38000 to begin an application by mobile device. Next steps Hiring is expected to continue throughout the summer as participating McDonald’s operators work to fill positions across Indiana. Restaurant staffing needs and available openings may vary by location. The Takeaway Thousands of jobs available McDonald’s operators across Indiana are seeking to hire approximately 15,400 workers this summer for positions ranging from entry-level crew members to leadership and guest experience roles. Education benefits highlighted The company is promoting its Archways to Opportunity program, which offers tuition assistance, high school completion support, college education opportunities, and career-planning resources for eligible employees. Hiring underway now Applications are currently being accepted statewide, with restaurant operators aiming to fill positions throughout the summer employment season. The post Indiana McDonald’s operators seek 15,400 workers for summer jobs appeared first on WOWO News/Talk 92.3 FM and 1190 AM. ...read more read less