Amazon Is Hiring More Than 12,500 Workers Across Michigan

If you have been looking for a new job in Michigan, you might want to check out Amazon.

Just to clarify, we're not talking about spending more money on things you probably don't need. This time, Amazon might actually be paying you.

Amazon Hiring More Than 12,500 Workers in Michigan

The company is looking to hire more than 12,500 workers across Michigan as it prepares for the busy holiday shopping season.

More than 8,000 of those positions range from Detroit to Grand Rapids, Saginaw, Traverse City, and more!

And you don't really need experience to apply.

What Michigan Amazon Jobs Are Available?

Amazon says that it provides on-the-job training, with starting pay recently increasing to $20 an hour.

Positions include warehouse workers, delivery drivers, customer service representatives, and employees who handle returned packages.

There are seasonal, part-time, and full-time job opportunities available.

While some of these jobs are temporary, Amazon says some seasonal employees could eventually be offered permanent positions.

Amazon Employee Benefits and Starting Pay

There are some benefits worth mentioning, too.

Employees working at least 30 hours a week may qualify for discounts on Amazon purchases and at Whole Foods. The company also offers eligible workers prepaid tuition assistance of up to $5,250 annually at participating Michigan schools.

Not a bad option if you're looking to make some extra money before the holidays.

How to Apply for Amazon Jobs in Michigan

Amazon already employs about 21,000 people across Michigan, and new positions could give thousands more residents an opportunity to join the company.

New job listings began appearing October 1, with additional openings expected weekly through December.