Living and Working in Hershey
The Sweet Life in Hershey Pennsylvania
In addition to making a difference in the lives of our students, working at Milton Hershey School gives you the opportunity to live and work in THE SWEETEST PLACE ON EARTH™.
Learn more about all the sweet reasons to live in Hershey, Pennsylvania.
About the Town Built on Chocolate
Surrounded by some of America’s most productive dairy farms, Milton S. Hershey opened the world’s first modern chocolate factory here. He also created the “model town” for employees and their families to have an attractive place to live, work, and play. In the end, he built much more than a factory, school, and town—he built a community that continues to thrive.
Welcome to the Neighborhood
To help you feel at home when you arrive in Hershey, we compiled a list of local organizations for you and your family. Check out everything from hospitals and churches to entertainment and restaurants.
Local Schools for Your Children
As an employee, your children will need to attend a school outside of MHS. Many employees send their children to Derry Township and Lower Dauphin school districts. Private schools also are available in the area.
Houseparent Life
Becoming full-time houseparents is a life-changing transition for married couples and their children. Learn more about what to expect as a houseparent and how your new life can change the lives of MHS students.
Helpful Resources
There is a lot to do in central Pennsylvania, especially in Hershey and Harrisburg. These online resources can help you learn more about the area.
- Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company
- Visit Hershey & Harrisburg
- Hershey & Harrisburg Welcome Center
- Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (Driver & Vehicle Services)
Other Hershey Entities
MHS team members are part of an even larger extended “family” of Hershey entities. You’ll find that many of your neighbors in the area work for The Hershey Company, Hershey Entertainment & Resorts, The Hershey Trust, and Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. In fact, each Hershey organization helps support MHS financially and offers valuable learning and networking opportunities for our students.
