Seasonal & Holidays

Amazon Hiring 2K Workers In MN: Here's What To Know

Pay for these seasonal jobs starts at $18 per hour, according to the company.

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EAGAN, MN — Amazon is hiring 2,000 workers across Minnesota as the holiday shopping season approaches, the company announced.

The jobs include full-time, part-time, and seasonal positions.

"Seasonal Amazon jobs offer competitive pay, flexible schedules, and the opportunity to be part of the bustling retail industry during its busiest time of year," the company said in a news release. "Many of these seasonal roles also come with the potential to transition into regular, full-time employment after the holidays."

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Pay for these seasonal jobs starts at $18 per hour, according to the company. Seasonal employees also have access to comprehensive benefits like health care coverage as soon as they begin working.

Another benefit of working for Amazon is Career Choice. The program pre-pays the tuition costs for workers earning college degrees or certificates, the company said.

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"Seasonal employees who stay at the company can see an average pay increase of 15% over their first three years with Amazon," the company said.

To apply, visit Amazon or text NEWJOB to 31432 to sign up for Amazon job alerts.

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