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In its latest effort to attract workers, Chipotle announced Tuesday that it will cover training its employees to get technology or business degrees from some colleges.

“Chipotle recognizes that financial barriers can be one of the biggest obstacles that prevent our employees from reaching their full potential,” Marissa Andrada, the company’s chief Executive, said in a press release.

“We are proud to launch this opportunity for debt-free degrees by providing free training to help our employees Excel in all areas in their lives, both in and out of Chipotle.”

Employees are eligible to participate in the program after working at the chain restaurant for 120 days. After that, they will be able to choose from 75 technology and business degrees from five universities: the University of Arizona, Bellevue University, Brandman University, southern new Hampshire University and Wilmington University.

In addition, CNN reports that employees must work at least 15 hours a week and stay at least six months after earning a degree to remain eligible for the debt-free program.

The program is an extension of Chipotle’s cultivate education benefits program, which already reimburses up to $ 5,250 in College tuition per year from any school, among other educational benefits.

This announcement follows a move by a company in June that offers an extra month of pay to hourly workers who meet certain criteria.

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