Working within one of the world's largest Supply Chains and making great connections.
What I wish was different
I wish I was able to spend more time working at Amazon. Had to leave because of school.
Advice
Observe everything that you are doing at Amazon; there is so much to learn while working there.
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Warehouse Associate
May - August 2020 • Denver, CO
What I liked
Money
What I wish was different
Everything
Advice
Work at a Target FC instead... better pay
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Amazon Packaging
May - August 2019 • Crofton, MD
What I liked
Good environment, relatable workers
What I wish was different
Better conditions. The conditions were fine, just not the best.
Advice
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Amazon Packer
May - August 2020 • West Jefferson, OH
What I liked
Easy work overall.
What I wish was different
My hours, I worked the night shift.
Advice
Go to college and don’t work their full time.
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Warehouse Stocker
June - August 2019 • Kenosha, WI
What I liked
What I wish was different
I prefer a set schedule and did not like how Amazon sends you home early on some occasions or sends people home later on other occasions.
Advice
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Fulfillment associate
September 2020 • Hutchins, TX
What I liked
Opportunities and pay rate
What I wish was different
Hours
Advice
N/A
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Fulfillment associate
May 2020 • Euclid, OH
What I liked
It’s easy work and flexible hours.
What I wish was different
It’s far away from my house
Advice
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Warehouse Associate
November 2017 • DuPont, WA
What I liked
The benefits are pretty good. If you are a good worker and kind, the employers are understanding. It's hard work, but sometimes it's good.
What I wish was different
Their Rate system would be nice if they didn't make it higher, but they did make a few changes that aren't too bad.
Advice
It's hard work, you can get worn out. If you understand how to properly diet, such as getting enough protein intake, vitamins, staying well hydrated, doing your stretches, properly exercise, and staying motivated will get you through this.
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Warehouse Clerk
May - August 2020 • Romulus, MI
What I liked
I loved the people I worked with which made the environment really fun and meeting different people.
What I wish was different
I wish the work flow and things to do were more structured
Advice
As long as you are focused, ask for help, and do what you’re supposed to do, you should be just fine.
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Amazon Data Entry
May - August 2019 • Chino Hills, CA
What I liked
The very flexible hours and relatively loose work environment.
What I wish was different
I wish the pay was a bit higher to compensate for commuting distance.
Advice
Personal networking is highly important
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Area manager intern
June - August 2020 • Avenel, NJ
What I liked
The people I worked with.
What I wish was different
The duration of the internship. Wish it was longer.
Advice
Always be open minded.
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Warehouse Associate
June - August 2019 • Garland, TX
What I liked
The pay was good comparatively to other summer jobs
What I wish was different
Honestly working in the warehouse was terrible. There was no A/C, the supervisors were super rude, and people passed out frequently. The expectations were way way unreasonable.
Advice
If you really need the money, the shifts were 3-4 hours and I worked first thing in the morning and was paid weekly. The money was great and has been super helpful, but I will not sugar coat when I say this job is absolutely awful.
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Production Associate2
July 2019 • Kenosha, WI
What I liked
The fun exciting work environment, different work experience, meeting different people.
What I wish was different
More hours, but unfortunately I work part time.
Advice
Amazon is a great job to have, a place where you can grow inside the company and learn new job roles and responsibilities.
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Amazon Associate
May - August 2020 • North Haven, CT
What I liked
I enjoyed the structure of the workday, the safety of the warehouse during the pandemic, and the pay.
What I wish was different
I wish there were more breaks and less of a competitive atmosphere. I struggled physically with the expectations even though I am fit. I also dreaded going into work because I would return home physically and emotionally exhausted.
Advice
Take shorter shifts.
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Amazon Warehouse Associate
July - September 2019 • Eastvale, CA
What I liked
The pay was good for an entry level job.
What I wish was different
Nothing.
Advice
Gel insoles are highly recommended because you will be standing for 10 hours a day. The first few days are rough, as your body is not used to the rigorous activity. Bring your own lunch. The food they sell in the breaks rooms and food truck are overpriced.
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Associate
May - August 2020 • Hawthorne, CA
What I liked
The pay wage
What I wish was different
I wish I worked during the day rather than the night shift
Advice
It’s a lot of physical labor and prepare to be sore everyday
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Internal control quality assurance
June - August 2020 • Caledonia, MI
What I liked
The standardize task and work for such a large corporation.
What I wish was different
The hours, I worked third shift it was a weird start and end time.
Advice
Roll with the punches there, your tasks can change at any moment.
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Amazon Worker
June - August 2020 • Twinsburg, OH
What I liked
It was great working for Amazon as they care a lot about their employees. They give great benefits and applying is very easy. I did not even have an interview. They just immediately hired me after a background check.
What I wish was different
I was originally planning on going back to Olympus Surgical Technologies America for my last Co-op rotation but because of COVID-19, my Co-op was suspended. So I had to quickly find a replacement job. Happily, Amazon quickly hired me and I had a summer job that paid pretty well too. However, I do wish I could have gone back to Olympus because it was more conducive for my career.
Advice
If you work at Amazon, definitely apply to get your Blue Badge. You are eligible after a few months of working there (I don't remember the exact time frame) but getting your Blue Badge includes a lot of the benefits including but not limited to 30 hours of unpaid time off and also a reasonable amount of paid time off as well.
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PA problem solver
June 2020 • Aurora, IL
What I liked
What I like about working at amazon is that as a college student, they offer so many support for you. They work with your schedule and even have tuition reimbursement. They also have time for you to take off or get more hours if needed. In just five months I managed to go from a regular warehouse worker to now a PA problem solver!
What I wish was different
What I wish it had been different is nothing actually. I wish I could have started sooner.
Advice
One piece of advice I would share with others about this experience is to learn to adjust to the schedule. You only work four days out of the week and it is 10 hour shifts - learn how to manage your time and social life! Once that is covered and you have a balanced and healthy schedule everything will be a piece of cake!
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Warehouse Associate
May - September 2020 • Salt Lake City, UT
What I liked
Great pay and bonuses.
What I wish was different
Very strict and demanding work, however it’s the nature of the job.
