If you’re in need of a job for the holiday season, Amazon might be the answer.
The company announced plans to create 8,500 seasonal positions in New York to help with their holiday rush as part of a broader initiative to hire 250,000 employees nationwide.
Specifically, the company is looking to fill 1,600 seasonal jobs in Rochester as well as 100 roles at their rural delivery stations in Conklin and Granville, according to an Amazon spokesperson.
“We find that our seasonal roles are really popular — often filling up within minutes of being posted — because they meet different needs for so many different people,” an Oct. 13 news release said. “Seasonal roles offer great pay, flexible schedules, and the chance to be a part of a team that makes a real difference during the holidays.”
Here’s what to know.
Where are New York’s Amazon facilities?
There are several Amazon fulfillment centers and delivery stations throughout New York state, including, but not limited to, the following:
How much could you earn?
While regular full- and part-time employees earn an average of $23 per hour with benefits, seasonal employees receive an average wage of over $19 per hour, Amazon says.
How to apply
Amazon says roles will be posted weekly now through December and those interested can visit amazon.com/localjobs.
Contributing: Rochester Democrat and Chronicle reporter Marcia Greenwood
Emily Barnes reports on consumer-related issues for the USA TODAY Network’s New York Connect Team, focusing on scam and recall-related topics. Follow her on X and Instagram @byemilybarnes. Get in touch at ebarnes@gannett.com.
This article originally appeared on Rockland/Westchester Journal News: Amazon is hiring thousands in New York for the holidays. Here’s how to apply
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