US EditionThe Friday Checkout: Amazon’s in Need of Prime Day Grocery Volunteers
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK, JUL 8 – Amazon seeks corporate volunteers to support Amazon Fresh grocery orders during Prime Day as the division faces financial struggles and recent layoffs, officials said.
- Amazon requested its New York City corporate staff to sign up for two-hour shifts helping out at a warehouse in Brooklyn during Prime Day 2025, from July 8 to July 11.
- This request followed the usual surge in orders during Prime Day and aims to support warehouse staff alongside the typical temporary hires.
- Volunteers were invited to pick items, prepare grocery deliveries, and boost morale, while being allowed to take calls or meetings during shifts.
- Amazon spokesperson Griffin Buch said this volunteering is "entirely optional," helps corporate employees get closer to customers, and eases pressure on store teams.
- The initiative reflects Amazon tapping its existing workforce to manage Prime Day demand spikes while fostering connection between corporate and fulfillment teams.
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