Amazon Plans to Hire 34,000 in California
The company is recruiting seasonal, part-time and full-time workers across the state as the holiday season approaches.
Updated on Nov. 1, 2026 in Jobs — General
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Amazon will hire more than 34,000 seasonal, part-time and full-time workers across California, including more than 2,900 roles in Los Angeles. The announcement accompanies a more than $1.5 billion investment in additional pay for fulfillment and transportation employees.
Why it matters
The hiring push adds a large pool of jobs for California workers during the holiday season, with benefits offered from the first day of work. Applicants in the state can use the company's online application and job-alert options to pursue openings.
Amazon's announced plan covers 34,000 seasonal, part-time and full-time roles in California, including 2,900 in Los Angeles, with seasonal pay averaging $20 per hour. The company has not disclosed how many of these positions are expected to convert to permanent employment.
The players
Amazon
Amazon is a multinational e-commerce and cloud computing company headquartered in Seattle, Washington, and one of the largest private employers in the United States.
The details
Amazon is offering healthcare coverage starting from the first day of work for eligible employees. Full-time staff are eligible for a 401(k) with company match, Career Choice prepaid tuition through more than 475 education partners, up to 20 weeks of paid parental leave, a free Prime membership and a 10% discount on eligible groceries.
Timeline
November 1, 2026: Amazon publishes its California hiring announcement.
Throughout the holiday season: Open roles will be posted on an ongoing basis.
Roadmap
Amazon's California announcement follows its recurring pattern of expanding fulfillment and transportation staffing ahead of the holiday shopping period. The move pairs seasonal hiring with longer-term benefits, a combination the company has used to draw workers into its warehouse and delivery network.
Californians seeking seasonal or part-time work can apply online or sign up for job alerts by texting NEWJOB to 31432. Full-time hires would gain access to benefits such as a 401(k) match, paid parental leave and tuition support.
The takeaway
Seasonal hiring can serve as an entry point into full-time work, since the company says seasonal staff who stay three years see an average 15% pay increase. Job seekers weighing offers should compare total compensation, including benefits, against base pay.
What happens next
Open roles will be posted throughout the holiday season, with applicants able to apply online at amazon.com/localjobs.
Further reading
Browse more on Jobs — General for context on hiring trends across the state.
More information
Apply to open roles through the Amazon local job listings page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KTLA 5.
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