The holiday season can be really expensive, but it can be lucrative, too. If you have a little extra time (and bandwidth) to handle a second seasonal job, or if you are a college student, a stay-at-home parent, or a retiree looking for a little extra money without a huge commitment, holiday seasonal employment may be perfect for you. It may also be a great way to get on with a company if your main job search has stalled.

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Lubbock Businesses Hiring for the 2026 Holiday Season

“Seasonal” is a search term you can use when you use job sites like Indeed. I immediately found many seasonal jobs; most are in logistics and retail, which can both be amazing opportunities that could fit your existing schedule.

Logistics Opportunities In Lubbock

Fedex is hiring for seasonal package handlers. Shipping during the holiday season explodes in volume (I’m looking at you, Black Friday online deals), so getting on with Fedex or another shipping company (UPS, Amazon, etc) may be much easier now than during other parts of the year. These are great opportunities because most will pay over $15.00 an hour, and may provide benefits, too. However, it can be very hard physical work.

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Retail Opportunities in Lubbock

Just glancing at Indeed, there are many retail outlets looking to fortify their staff in time for the holidays. Of course, many of these jobs are customer-facing sales associate-type positions, but overnight and early morning stockers are needed, too.

Other Seasonal

I was surprised to find seasonal jobs in other categories as well, including photographers (of course, holiday portraits!) and for restaurants like Cracker Barrel. I suppose they see more families during this time of year.

Tips for Getting Hired for a Seasonal Job Quickly

Competition for popular holiday jobs can pick up as Christmas approaches, so it pays to be prepared. A few simple steps can help you stand out when applying for seasonal work in Lubbock.

Apply early: Start looking in October rather than waiting until the holiday shopping rush is underway.Prepare a resume: Include previous work experience, volunteer activities, customer service skills, and relevant school or extracurricular experience.Be flexible when possible: Employers may need workers for evenings, weekends, and busy shopping days. You will probably need to work on Thanskgiving/ Black Friday.Dress appropriately for interviews: Make a good first impression, whether you’re interviewing in person or online.Highlight your reliability: Let employers know you’re dependable, willing to learn, and comfortable working as part of a team.Follow up professionally: If you haven’t heard back after applying, a polite follow-up can show that you’re interested in the position.

Some employers may also host seasonal hiring events, so watch for announcements and be ready to complete an application or interview on short notice. Good luck, you’ve got this!

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