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StocksMediumUpdated×2•Originally published 20 October 2026•Updated 20 October 2026•
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Amazon to Hire 300,000 Seasonal Workers for Holiday Peak

Key Facts

1Amazon.com plans to hire more than 300,000 seasonal workers to support its operations during the holiday season.
2The new hiring plan represents a 20% increase compared to last year's figures.

Amazon.com plans to hire more than 300,000 seasonal workers to support its operations during the holiday season. Investing.com reported that the new hiring plan represents a 20% increase compared to last year's figures as the company prepares for peak logistics volume.

AMZN closed at $262.45 on October 19, 2026, prior to the announcement of the workforce expansion. The aggressive hiring target suggests expectations for strong consumer demand, with the stock having reached a session high of $263.72 on that same date.

Latest Updates · 2

  1. Notable·

    Update: Amazon will provide healthcare coverage to seasonal employees working a minimum of 30 hours per week. This benefit is scheduled to take effect from the first day of employment starting in January 2027.

  2. Notable·

    Update: Amazon.com's current hiring plan marks the first increase in seasonal recruitment volume for the company in three years. This shift follows a period of stabilized staffing levels during previous holiday seasons.