One McDonald's owner in Windsor wants you to think about the golden arches when getting your business degree.
McDonald's Canada has partnered with all 24 Ontario colleges to offer business management program.
Jason Trussel owns five McDonald's locations in Windsor-Essex, including Dougall Ave.
He says if you complete management training at McDonald's, St. Clair College will recognize that as a first year business administration program.
The official partnership was announced in early 2017, but Trussel hopes there is renewed interest following the college strike.
"I was reading about the drop-out rate from the college strike, and I thought 'wonder if there are some business administration students that are now trying to figure out what to do that have dropped out.' This may be a great opportunity for them to earn an income, get the equivalent of a first year college program, and save some money and it's kind of a win for us, and a win for them."
He says they're looking for anyone willing to work hard.
"Folks that have a customer service and a guest-centric mentality. People that are passionate about the McDonald's brand, because we're very proud of what we do here at the golden arches and we want people who are proud to work for us, and people who aren't afraid to work hard and play hard."
Trussel says this allows business students learn how to run a franchise.
"Each restaurant is a multi-million dollar operation, so having exposure as a manager to everything from managing food costs, managing scheduling, managing ordering, managing the overall business is a great experience that can help them accelerate their career path within McDonald's and is also very relevant to careers outside of McDonald's."
Trussel says three manager positions are open at his locations now for residents to apply to.
Interested residents can apply online by specifying the Dougall Ave location.