High School Equivalency Program (Starts October 19th, 2026)

About the Program

Earn your Indiana High School Equivalency Diploma (formerly the GED) while working part-time at Cook. Work 28 hours a week and take classes 10 hours a week to prepare for the High School Equivalency Test (HiSET). Upon passing the HiSET and demonstrating success in your part-time role, you will be offered a full-time position in Production, Quality Control, or Packaging.

Responsibilities

• Work approximately 28 hours per week in an assigned position available through the HSE Program.
• Attend approximately seven weeks of prep classes provided by an Adult Education Center.
• Take the HiSET.

What Cook Provides

• Part-time employment during prep classes.
• Pay for hours worked and for attended class time.
• Payment for the HiSET.
• Full-time position offer upon passing the HiSET and demonstrating success in your part-time role.
• 401(k) and quarterly bonus benefits while working part-time.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States (Cook does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status, e.g., H-1B or TN status).