Our long-standing efforts to put our partners first
Read more about our commitment to moving the good-faith bargaining process forward and why Starbucks continues to be the employer of choice for more than 235,000 U.S. partners.
Benefits & Protections
Starbucks is proud to offer a wide range of partner benefits, including comprehensive health insurance, Beanstock, retirement savings, Lyra for mental health, Spotify Premium, paid time off, parental leave, fertility benefits, 100% tuition coverage through the Starbucks College Achievement Plan – and more.
Ideas for these continuously evolving and innovative benefits and perks come from you – this is the power of your direct relationship with leaders.
News and Updates
Contesting the merits of a complaint involving our Heritage Market stores
Read more about our position on a recent NLRB complaint involving partner engagement efforts and the formation of our Heritage Market district in Seattle.
Working with the Senate HELP Committee
Read more about outcomes of our constructive dialogue with Chairman Sanders and other Members of the Senate HELP Committee, including our agreement for interim ceo Howard Schultz to testify on behalf of the company on March 29.
Responding to a recent ALJ decision involving several Buffalo-area stores
Read more about our position on the recent decision from an Administrative Law Judge involving several Buffalo-are stores, including our intention to seek a full legal review of the matter.
Benefits
Starbucks is proud to offer a wide range of partner benefits that allow you to choose the plans and programs that best support your needs and goals. These include comprehensive health insurance, Beanstock, retirement savings, Lyra for mental health, Spotify Premium, paid time off, parental leave, fertility benefits, 100% tuition coverage through the Starbucks College Achievement plan – and more. Ideas for these continuously evolving and innovative benefits and perks come from you – this is the power of your direct relationship with leaders.
Family Expansion Reimbursement
Financial assistance to partners who have chosen to grow their family through adoption, surrogacy or Intrauterine Insemination (IUI). Up to $10,000 per attempt.
Medical Travel Reimbursement Assistance
Travel expense reimbursement for partners and family members who must travel to access abortion or gender-affirming care.
Greener Apron
Learn how to become a sustainability champion in your store and at home through an online course.
Caring Unites Partners (CUP) Fund
Financial assistance program funded by partners for partners to help in times of special need.
Starbucks Student Loan Management
Help better managing student loan debt.
Life Insurance
Financial protection for you and your family.
DACA Reimbursement
Reimbursement for DACA filing fees.
Starbucks Global Academy
Starbucks succeeds when our partners do, and we believe that success is best when shared. Our world-class benefits and programs for eligible part-time and full-time partners are tailored to your needs.
Care@Work
Subsidized backup care for kids and adults, senior care planning services and a premium membership to Care.com.
My Starbucks Savings
Allows you to save toward goals directly from your paycheck; eligible partners can earn incentives.
Headspace
An app that teaches you how to meditate and supports your ongoing meditation journey.
Short & Long Term Disability
Partial income replacement if you are unable to work due to disability.
Starbucks Coffee Academy
Learn more about the vast and wonderful world of coffee.
Vacation & Other Time Off
Time & a half pay for holidays, and paid vacation that accrues over time.
Perks
Starbucks Product Discounts & Rewards
Weekly free pound of coffee or other specified products, 30% off goods at company-owned Starbucks stores, extra benefits when you register your partner card for Starbucks Rewards.
Giving Match
Request that Starbucks match your donations of time or money to eligible nonprofits, up to $1,000 per year.
Partner Recognition
Recognition of partner contributions at all levels of achievement through formal and informal programs.
Elite Athlete Program
Financial support for partners participating in athletics at a world-class level.
Spotify Premium
A partner Spotify Premium subscription, with no ads.
Food & Beverage
Free beverages and seven free food items per week while on break during scheduled shift, 30 minutes before/after shift.
Partner Discounts Program
Discounts at various local and national retailers as well as auto, home and pet insurance, and more.
Commuter Benefits
Pay for work-related commuter expenses through pre-tax payroll deductions.
Partner Connection & Fitness Reimbursement Programs
Apply for funds and/or fee reimbursement for eligible races and activities.
Coffeegear
Your source for branded apparel, dress code approved items, gifts and more.
We will always stand up for our partners. At Starbucks everyone is trained on and held accountable to the standards we’ve put in place to protect partners, customers, and the communities we serve.