Amazon to hire over 300,000 holiday workers, up 20% from last year

Amazon is planning to hire more than 300,000 seasonal workers for the holiday period, representing a 20% increase compared to the previous year. This recruitment drive marks the largest seasonal hiring effort for the company to date. Additionally, Amazon intends to expand its employee support by offering health benefits starting on day one for all staff members in the new year, enhancing the overall benefits package provided to its growing workforce during this peak period.