Amazon Seasonal Jobs 2026: Roles, Typical Pay and How to Apply

Every autumn, Amazon brings on tens of thousands of extra people across its fulfillment and delivery network, and seasonal work there is one of the first things job seekers search for. This guide explains the main seasonal roles, what Amazon has said about pay, how to apply through the official site, and what to expect from the work. It also covers an important point for 2026: seasonal hiring across the US is expected to be tighter than usual, so applying early matters.

Amazon’s 2026 holiday hiring figures may not be announced yet, so the numbers below come from Amazon’s announcement last year. Pay, locations and openings vary, and this page is general information, not a job listing. We are not affiliated with or recruiting for Amazon. Always apply through Amazon’s official jobs site.

Quick facts

• Last year’s hiring push: in October 2025, Amazon announced plans to hire 250,000 people for the holiday season across regular, part-time and seasonal roles in its fulfillment and transportation network.
• Pay Amazon reported last year: seasonal employees averaged more than $19 an hour, and regular and part-time employees averaged about $23 an hour, with benefits. These are company averages, not a guarantee for any one job or location.
• Where jobs are posted: Amazon said openings would be listed through December on its official jobs page.
• Timing: Amazon has usually announced its holiday hiring plans around mid-October.
• Cost to apply: nothing. Amazon does not charge applicants.

Seasonal roles at a glance

• Fulfillment centre associates: receiving, stowing, picking, packing and shipping items.
• Sortation and delivery station roles: sorting and loading packages for last-mile delivery.
• Transportation roles: delivery and logistics positions in Amazon’s transportation network.

Is seasonal hiring tighter this year?

Yes, according to the outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas, which expects US seasonal retail hiring to fall about 2.5% from last year, to roughly 450,000 new jobs in the fourth quarter. It also noted that Amazon has hired 250,000 seasonal workers in each of the last three years and usually announces its plans by mid-October. In practice, this means more competition for each opening, so a complete application submitted early gives you a better chance.

What the work involves

Fulfillment centre roles

Warehouse roles are physical. Expect to stand and walk for most of a shift, lift and move items, and work at a steady pace. Common tasks include stowing new inventory, picking orders, packing boxes and loading outbound packages. Shifts often include nights, early mornings and weekends, and overtime may be offered in peak weeks.

Sortation and delivery stations

These sites handle the final step before packages go out for delivery. Work includes scanning, sorting by route and loading vehicles, usually against tight departure times.

Transportation roles

Driving and delivery positions usually have additional requirements, such as a valid driver’s licence and a clean driving record. Read each listing for the exact conditions.

What does it pay?

Pay depends on the role, shift and location, and Amazon shows the hourly rate on each listing. As context, Amazon said last year that seasonal employees averaged more than $19 an hour. Some roles may pay more for night or weekend shifts. Because rates differ by site, trust the listing, not an average. State and local minimum wages also apply as a floor.

Who can apply?

Requirements vary by listing, so check the minimum age, work authorization rules and any physical demands. You must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Many warehouse roles do not require previous experience, but read each listing to be sure.

How to apply, step by step

1. Go to Amazon’s official jobs site. Type the address yourself instead of following a link in a message or ad.
2. Search by your location and look for fulfillment, sortation, delivery or transportation roles marked seasonal or part-time.
3. Read the listing. Check the hourly rate, shift pattern, location and requirements.
4. Create an account and complete the application. Have your contact details and work authorization information ready.
5. Choose shifts you can keep. Pick a schedule that fits your travel time and other commitments.
6. Complete the next steps promptly. That may include an assessment, an onboarding date and documents. Check your email and text messages, including your spam folder.

Tips to improve your chances

• Apply as early as you can. Listings can fill, and some sites stop posting once targets are met.
• Be flexible about shifts, including nights and weekends, since these are often the easiest to get.
• Choose a site you can reach reliably, since attendance matters in peak weeks.
• Ask about the possibility of longer-term work. Amazon has said that some seasonal hires move into regular roles, but this is never guaranteed.
• Apply to a few employers at once. See our guide to seasonal jobs in the USA and UPS seasonal jobs.

Watch out for fake job offers

• A real employer never asks you to pay for training, uniforms, equipment or background checks.
• Do not share your Social Security number, bank details or ID copies before you have a verified offer.
• Apply only through the employer’s official careers site, and type the address yourself instead of following links in messages.
• Be wary of offers that promise high pay for little work, or that move you to a private chat app.
• If you think you have been targeted, report it to the Federal Trade Commission at ReportFraud.ftc.gov.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need experience?
Many warehouse roles do not require it, but check each listing.

How much will I earn?
It depends on the role and site. The listing shows the rate, and Amazon reported a seasonal average above $19 an hour last year.

Are seasonal jobs permanent?
They are temporary, though Amazon has said some seasonal workers move into longer-term roles.

Does Amazon charge a fee to apply?
No. If anyone asks you to pay to get an Amazon job, it is a scam.

Related: Seasonal Jobs 2026: Who Is Hiring and How to Apply Early. Confirm all details on Amazon’s official jobs site before you apply.