How do I Find Seasonal Jobs Near Me That are Hiring Now?

Holiday hiring is in full swing.

By Martina Mascali, Monster Contributor

If you've been googling "seasonal jobs near me", you're not alone. Seasonal jobs are a great way to gain experience, build your resume, and earn extra cash, which never hurts - especially during the holidays. They also give you the chance to get your foot inside a company you’d like to work full time at in the future, or try out a new career.

Companies across many different industries rely on an extra workforce to face their busy seasons and hire both experienced and entry-level seasonal workers. So, no matter what you’re looking for, seasonal jobs hiring comes in many forms, and we are here to help you find the best one for you.

How Long Is a Seasonal Job?

The typical length of a seasonal job is around three months, but this can change depend on the season for which you are being hired, the specific role, employer and location. Some seasonal jobs can last only few weeks or a month, like impersonating Santa Claus at Christmas events, while others can last four months or more, such as working at a summer resort

The Best Skills for Seasonal Jobs Near Me

If you don’t already possess them, consider cultivating the following professional skills so you have a bigger pool of seasonal jobs to choose from:

  • customer service
  • teamwork
  • flexibility
  • reliability
  • communication

Interviewing for Seasonal Jobs Near Me

Before getting hired for a seasonal job, you most likely will have to face an interview and answer questions about yourself, your previous related job experiences, and how you handle common work situations. Typical seasonal job interview questions include:

  • “Are you available to work on weekends and night shifts?”
  • “Are you familiar with our brand and products?”
  • “What would make you quit your job in the first week or two?”
  • “How would you deal with an angry customer?”

In certain situations, recruiters might ask you about your professional plans once the season is over. This is especially true when applying to seasonal jobs in big companies that are looking for seasonal staff to return time and again, or who also have many permanent positions open that they hope to fill by converting their seasonal workforce.

Which Industries and Companies Offer Seasonal Jobs Near Me?

When searching “full or part time seasonal jobs near me” you’ll find a vast variety of roles offered by companies of all sizes and industries, but some are well-known for hiring more seasonal workers than others.

The top industries for seasonal jobs are:

1. Retail

Retail is one of biggest sectors when it comes to winter holiday seasonal jobs. Customers’ shopping habits increase during holidays like Christmas, Thanksgiving, and Black Friday, so there is a higher demand for additional retail help.

Browse retail jobs on Monster.

2. Tourism

There are numerous places in our country where both winter jobs and summer jobs last longer than usual. Depending on your location, or if you are willing to move, you can find seasonal jobs all year round in the travel and tourism sector. Depending on your location, examples of seasonal jobs near you in this sector could be ski instructor, lifeguard, tour guide, and snorkeling instructor.

Browse travel and tourism jobs on Monster.

3. Construction and Landscaping

As many construction and landscaping projects can only be performed when the weather is nice, companies in this sector hire most of their seasonal workers from spring to fall. If you are willing to travel or live in a location with consistent optimal weather, you can find jobs in these sectors all year.

Browse construction jobs and landscaping jobs on Monster.

4. Logistics (Including Transportation and Warehousing)

Popular seasonal jobs near you in this sector might include warehouse work, delivery truck driving and tractor trailer driving. Seasonal workers in logistics are mostly needed during the holidays and shopping spree events, like Christmas and Black Friday.

Browse logistics jobs on Monster.

5. Services (Childcare, Petcare, Tax Preparation, Cleaning Services, and More)

When searching “holiday jobs near me”, results from the service industry probably offer the widest variety of opportunities. Common seasonal service jobs include babysitters during school breaks, pet or house sitters while owners are on vacation, and cleaners for seasonal tourist venues and accommodations facilities.

Browse service jobs on Monster.

6. Agriculture

Farms are busier at certain times of the year and therefore hire seasonal staff to help with different duties. A well-known example is during crops harvest season which, depending on the crop, lasts from June to November.

Browse agriculture jobs on Monster.

Companies known for offering seasonal jobs in the U.S. include:

  • 1-800-FLOWERS

1-800-FLOWERS is a company with over a dozen brands such as Harry & David, PersonalizationMall.com, Cheryl's Cookies, and The Popcorn Factory. They mainly offer holiday seasonal jobs in production, gift assembly, distribution, and operational support.

Browse 1-800-FLOWERS jobs on Monster.

  • Amazon

Amazon hire thousands of seasonal workers through the year, mainly in their warehouses and distribution centers but also in other departments like customer service. The company also own Whole Foods, which offers many high paying seasonal jobs as well as benefits like in-store discounts and PTO.

Browse Amazon jobs and Whole Foods jobs on Monster.

  • USPS, FedEx, and UPS

The U.S. Postal Service and courier companies like FedEx and UPS offer many holiday seasonal jobs to warehouse workers, delivery drivers, and administrative employees. All these companies hire across the country and are most likely offering a seasonal job near you.

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  • Macy’s

Every year thousands of holiday seasonal jobs in Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s and Bluemercury stores, supply chain locations and call centers are advertised. They offer great benefits and many of their seasonal employees end up transitioning into permanent positions in the company.

Browse Macy’s jobs on Monster.

  • Dick’s Sporting Goods

One of the most popular sporting goods stores in the country, Dick’s Sporting Goods, hire seasonal retail workers during the holidays. On top of competitive pay, the company offers their seasonal associates a 25% off discount plus other benefits.

Browse Dick’s Sporting Goods jobs on Monster.

  • Nordstrom

Nordstrom hire customer-focused individuals for holiday seasonal jobs in their warehouses and stores. It’s another popular retail company where many seasonal workers are offered permanent roles to transition into.

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  • Walmart

Walmart is one of the largest retailers in the U.S. and offers seasonals jobs all year-round across the country. Common seasonal roles at Walmart include truck drivers and warehouse, customer care and store associates. Their seasonal workers get some benefits as soon as they are hired and many of them end up landing permanent roles.

Browse Walmart jobs on Monster.

What Are the Best Seasonal Jobs Near Me?

Although the type and number of jobs near you depends on your location, high paying seasonal jobs like the following are common across the country:

  • pet-boarding and pet-sitting services provider
  • photographer
  • babysitter/nanny
  • snowplow driver
  • cleaner/housekeeper
  • delivery driver
  • customer service representative
  • recruiter
  • tax accountant

How Much Do Seasonal Jobs Near Me Pay?

Seasonal employment in the U.S. is regulated by the Fair Labor Standards Act, which requires employers to pay their seasonal workers at least the federal minimum wage. In most situations, seasonal employees receive the same average salary of full-time employees on a pro rata basis. However, it isn’t uncommon to find seasonal jobs paying above the average. This is especially true when companies have a certain urgency to hire, or when workers are expected to work at a busier rhythm than usual.

Find more specific answers to “how much seasonal jobs near me pay” by visiting our salary comparison tool and searching for your job and location.

What’s the Easiest and Fastest Way to Find Seasonal Jobs Near Me?

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