Want extra cash for the holidays? These Charlotte businesses are hiring for seasonal jobs
The holidays are just around the corner, and for many with them comes seasonal expenses. And this year, inflation and the corresponding high prices are top of mind for many budgeting for gifts and travel.
If you’re looking to make extra money in the coming months to cover holiday expenses, there are seasonal work opportunities with many major retailers in the Charlotte area.
Here’s what to know about how and where to get hired for holiday work:
Amazon
Amazon plans to hire more than 150,000 employees for the 2022 holiday season, the company says.
“A diverse range of positions are available to applicants from all backgrounds and experience levels,” the company advises. “Employees can earn, on average, more than $19 per hour based on position and geography.”
Some seasonal workers will have the opportunity to move into full-time, permanent positions.
To see all the jobs available in Charlotte and apply for a position, visit hiring.amazon.com/search/seasonal-jobs.
Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s
Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s are kicking off their holiday hiring season with a national push Wednesday and Thursday.
Charlotte-area locations are planning to hire 36 people “for positions in several retail departments,” according to a statement from the company.
To apply, visit a store in person or careers.basspro.com.
Belk
Belk stores are looking to hire “for over 6,000 positions this holiday season,” the company told the Observer.
Jobs are open in sales, beauty, shipping, curbside pick-up “and other support roles.”
To apply, text “JOBS” to belk4u (235-548) or visit to belkcareers.com. You can also call or visit your local store.
Dick’s Sporting Goods
Dick’s has already begun hiring for the 2022 holiday season, including for “more than 150 seasonal associates” in Charlotte, the company said in a statement.
Benefits include a store discount.
To apply online, visit dickssportinggoods.jobs/seasonal. You can apply in-person at stores too.
Kohl’s
Kohl’s is beginning to hire seasonal employees in Charlotte and beyond.
The company will host a “National Hiring Event” from Thursday through Friday, looking to fill sales associate and material handler positions.
To see available positions, apply for a job and sign up for updates on holiday hiring, visit careers.kohls.com/seasonal.
Target
Target is hiring part-time seasonal employees for the holiday season to work in both in-store and warehouse roles.
Holiday workers will be eligible for some benefits, the company says, including a 10% store discount and a free flu shot.
To see all available jobs in Charlotte and apply, visit jobs.target.com/seasonal.
UPS
UPS is looking to hire “more than 100,000 seasonal workers,” the company says, including in Charlotte.
Available roles include delivery driver, package handler and driver helper.
Most positions don’t require a job interview as part of the application process, the company notes, and there are often opportunities to move into a full-time, permanent role.
To learn more about available jobs and apply for something in the Charlotte area, visit jobs-ups.com/hourly-seasonal-overview.
Walmart
Walmart plans to hire “approximately 40,000 additional associates in a variety of seasonal and full-time roles” ahead of the 2022 holiday season, the company says.
Jobs include store associate, truck driver and customer service representative.
To apply for a seasonal position, visit careers.walmart.com.
Know more businesses hiring for the holidays in Charlotte? Email reporter Mary Ramsey at mramsey@charlotteobserver.com.
This story was originally published October 12, 2022 at 11:31 AM.
