Amazon is creating over 300,000 new US jobs this holiday season with increased pay and expanded benefits
Amazon says it is hiring over 300,000 people for seasonal, part-time and full-time roles across its U.S. operations network this holiday season. New openings will be posted weekly from October through December.
From Jan. 1, 2027, seasonal employees who work at least 30 hours a week will get healthcare coverage from their first day, with plans starting at $5 a week and $5 copays. Eligible seasonal workers hired before then get coverage on Jan. 1.
Full-time operations employees start at a minimum of $20 an hour, with average pay near $24 and average total compensation, including benefits, above $32 an hour, according to the company. Seasonal workers earn an average of $20 an hour.
Key points
- 300,000+ U.S. holiday hires
- Day-one healthcare for 30+ hr seasonal staff from Jan. 1, 2027
- Full-time pay averages nearly $24/hr
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