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How to Apply for a Job at Amazon

Requirements and a step-by-step walkthrough of the online application.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old for warehouse and most hourly roles (21+ for Amazon Flex and certain driving roles)
• Be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Provide proof of identity and employment eligibility at a new-hire appointment
• Able to pass a background check (and, for some roles, a drug screen)
• For warehouse roles: able to lift packages, stand and walk for a full shift, and work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
• For driver roles: a valid driver's license and, for Amazon Flex, your own qualifying vehicle and smartphone

How to apply, step by step

1. Go to Amazon's official hourly jobs site at hiring.amazon.com (for corporate and salaried roles, use amazon.jobs).
2. Search by your city or ZIP code and browse warehouse, delivery, stores, and work-from-home openings near you.
3. Create a free account or sign in, and add your basic info to get matched to available roles.
4. Select a specific role and shift; warehouse postings show the exact hourly rate and schedule before you commit.
5. Complete any required online assessment or questionnaire (basic job-fit and safety questions); the application usually takes about an hour.
6. If prompted, schedule and attend a pre-hire appointment to verify your identity and work eligibility, complete any screening, and set your start date.
7. Watch your email and text messages for next steps, and consider texting NEWJOB to 31432 or checking back often, since popular shifts fill fast.

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Frequently asked questions

How old do you have to be to work at Amazon?

You must be at least 18 years old to work in an Amazon warehouse or in most hourly roles. Amazon Flex and some driving roles require you to be at least 21.

Does Amazon pay weekly?

Yes. Amazon pays most hourly warehouse and fulfillment employees weekly, typically by direct deposit on Fridays. Amazon also offers Anytime Pay, which lets you cash out up to 75% of eligible earned pay before payday.

How long does the Amazon hiring process take?

It is usually fast. The online application takes about an hour, and many applicants go from applying to a start date within roughly two to three weeks, depending on the role and pre-hire appointment availability.

Can you apply with no experience?

Yes. Most Amazon warehouse, sortation, and delivery associate roles require no prior experience or degree. Remote customer service roles, however, usually ask for some customer service experience and basic computer skills.

How much does Amazon pay per hour?

Amazon reports an average of over $22-$23 per hour for fulfillment and transportation employees, with total compensation over $29-$30 per hour including benefits. Warehouse associates commonly start around $18-$22 per hour, and the exact rate depends on your location, shift, and role.

Does Amazon have work-from-home jobs?

Yes. Amazon hires Remote Customer Service Associates who work from home answering customer questions by phone, chat, and email. These roles are posted on Amazon's official hiring site and typically require prior customer service experience and a quiet home workspace with reliable internet.

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