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2026
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What Makes Hershey Entertainment & Resorts a Great Place to Start Your Career

Three Reasons Why People Choose Careers at HE&R

Written by: Emily Strange

At Hershey Entertainment & Resorts (HE&R), our team members don’t just find a job, they discover opportunities to grow, make an impact and build meaningful connections along the way. From our important Core Purpose and welcoming culture to endless opportunities for learning and career development, it’s easy to see why so many people choose to start their careers at HE&R. Here are just a few of the many reasons team members love where they began. 

Variety of Career Opportunities

Although the roller coasters and chocolate are what catches peoples eye, we find that the best part of working at HE&R is discovering a path you never knew existed. 

When you join HE&R, you're not just stepping into one role, you’re stepping into a world of sweet possibilities! With a variety of properties, departments and career paths there is always something new to explore. The role you start in doesn’t have to define where you end up. As you grow your skills and discover new passions, opportunities to advance are all around you! 

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Working for a Purpose

Working at HE&R means being part of something bigger and carrying forward the values of our founder, Milton S. Hershey. Every day, our team members bring our four Core Values to life: Devoted to the Legacy, Selfless Spirit of Service, Team-Focused and Respectful of Others.

As Mr. Hershey intended, HE&R not only embraces these Core Values but also lives out a Core Purpose: providing value to Milton Hershey School in its mission of helping students lead fulfilling and productive lives. Ask any of our full-time team members, and they’ll tell you that a career here is about more than just doing a job. It’s about making a meaningful impact and taking pride in the role we play in giving back every single day.

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Fun Around Every Corner

When you choose to work in The Sweetest Place On Earth, that means you decide to have fun in The Sweetest Place on Earth! At HE&R, we hold on to one of Milton Hershey’s first traditions, allowing access to Hersheypark and perks around the destination. Check out these sweet perks! 

Access to Hersheypark

Once hired, you get access to all the Hersheypark Entertainment Complex perks and benefits including FREE admission to Hersheypark with your employee ID. Check out the other benefits team members get below: 

  • Free admission to Hersheypark amusement park all year long
  • Free parking to all Hersheypark Entertainment Complex events
  • Discounted Hersheypark admission tickets for friends and family
  • 30% off non-sale merchandise items at Hersheypark or ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park shops
  • 15% off food and beverage purchases
  • Discounted admission to Hershey Bears hockey games played at GIANT Center Arena
  • And more!
Discounts Around Town

When you are enjoying time off the clock there is so much to explore! Take advantage of perks across the Hershey destination, all part of the HE&R employee experience. 

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Your first role could be the start of something sweet! Join the team today and learn why thousands of people begin their careers at Hershey Entertainment & Resorts.