7 Illinois Employers Perfect For High School Graduates

College isn't for everyone. Though many students go away for higher education, others go straight into the workforce. Here are the top 7 Illinois employers perfect for high school graduates.

I never saw myself going to college. I didn't do well in high school because of my social media obsession, so it wasn't on my radar to apply to universities once my senior year rolled around! Little did I know, I'd land a dream career in the entertainment industry and my obsession paid off.

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That's not always the case, though. Sometimes going to college isn't a possibility, that's why finding a job that you absolutely love is really important!

If you don't think college is in your future, that's okay! It really is, seriously.

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Don't Think College Is For You? Here Are 7 Illinois Employers You'll Love

#7: Starbucks

#6: Best Buy

#5: PNC

#4: Foot Locker

#3: Walgreen's

#2: Lowe's

#1: Chipotle

About 4 in 10 of this year's high school graduates are opting out of higher education in favor of entering the workforce.⁠ [MorningBrew]

This does save you a ton of money in the long run and you won't be in so much debt from students loans. Making money and building your savings? Heck yes.

Work somewhere you want a discount at, make sure the job makes you happy, and know your worth. Now, make that money and save for a future built by you!

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