Amazon Part-Time Jobs for High Schoolers?

I'm interested in working part-time at Amazon while I'm still in school. Does anyone know what kinds of student-friendly roles they offer, and whether it's feasible with a school schedule?

Absolutely, it's wonderful that you're thinking about gaining work experience while still in high school! Amazon does offer some part-time roles suitable for students. They have a variety of jobs that could be a good fit depending on your area of interest, skills, and the availability in your location.

Most commonly for high school students, Amazon hires part-time workers for their delivery stations, sortation centers, and whole food stores. Jobs in the sortation center or delivery station involve sorting and preparing packages for delivery, and they usually involve shift work, which can allow for more flexible scheduling.

For roles at Whole Foods, you could be looking at anything from being a cashier, to working in the bakery, to handling in-store shoppers for Amazon.

It's also worth mentioning Amazon's Prime Now Shoppers positions. They involve choosing products from the shelves to fulfill online customer orders, and some shifts can be very brief (as little as 4 hours).

Please keep in mind that these roles are typically quite physical and will require a decent degree of fitness and the ability to be on your feet for extended periods. Some also require the ability to lift a certain amount of weight.

The feasibility of balancing a work schedule with the school will depend on the demands of your academic coursework, your extracurricular commitments, and the number of hours you're expected to work at Amazon. Keep in mind your study time and rest are equally important. An ideal job would allow for flexibility so you can schedule your work around your school and other commitments. Remember to keep a healthy balance!

Lastly, make sure you check your local labor laws about the legal age to work and work hours limit for high school students. Good luck with your job search!