Operations
Accelerate the speed of Amazon as an expert in loss prevention, maintenance engineering, workplace health and safety, and more.
Your next mission: Amazon
Amazon values the real-world skills and experiences of the military community. From technology and security to logistics, operations, and beyond, the global scale of our business creates more opportunities to help you find your path.
Who can thrive working at Amazon? You. Whether you’re a veteran, ex-forces member, military spouse, guard, reservist, or an active service member planning your transition, discover what makes Amazon a great place to build your civilian career.
Explore our teams, understand our support programs, and see how your military experience translates to roles across the company.
From service to success
What kind of talent are we looking for? Amazon founder Jeff Bezos says, “We seek leaders who can invent, think big, have a bias for action, and deliver results on behalf of our customers. These principles look very familiar to individuals who have served in the armed forces, and their experience leading people is invaluable in our fast-paced work environment.”
People with military experience often embody the qualities we look for at Amazon: leadership, problem-solving, and resilience, to name just a few. These skills are essential for thriving in our ever-evolving global business. Whether you’re starting fresh or taking it to the next level, we offer career paths that grow with you. What matters most at Amazon is what you want to do next.
Find your team
There are a lot of opportunities to shine at Amazon. Explore some of our teams to find your perfect role, or even something you’d never considered.
Transportation, Shipping, and Logistics
Keep packages flowing across the globe and connect customers everywhere with amazing products.
Amazon Web Services
Build world-class cloud computing solutions, operate cutting-edge data centers, and deliver cybersecurity services for organizations worldwide.
Devices and Services
Play a role in the development of outstanding products and our global broadband satellite network.
Other opportunities to explore
Looking for something different? Explore hourly positions and roles that require a security clearance.
Career support at every step
Transitioning to civilian life and a new career can be challenging. We’ve got your back the whole way. Amazon’s culture is innovative and fast-paced, which can be an adjustment after military life. We believe your military experience has prepared you for this environment, and we’ve developed an array of programs to support members of the military community throughout their Amazon journeys. Depending on your location, some of these may be available to you:
Military Ambassador Program
Our 18-month onboarding and self-paced training program helps you acclimate to Amazon’s culture and processes.
Military Mentoring Program
This initiative offers peer mentorship with structured matching, screening, and monthly check-ins.
Warriors at Amazon
Our employee-led group connects and empowers our military community with local chapters all over the world.
Country-specific groups
Employee-led groups and communities that address the unique needs and experiences of each region.
Empowering partnerships
We’re proud to partner with great organizations around the world to extend our support of the military community beyond our business. Our partners include: Hiring Our Heroes in the US, Forces Employment Charity in the UK, the Bundeswehr in Germany, Army Welfare Placement Organisation in India, Soldier On in Australia, and others.
Ready to launch your civilian career? Whether you’re just starting your transition or have a clear vision of your next move, Amazon has a path for you. Explore how you can put your military experience to work in new, exciting ways.
Stories from our ranks
Veterans at Amazon: This Could Be You
Watch how veterans are continuing their mission of service at Amazon India, creating impact that truly matters.
Amazon Operations: Hiring Our Heroes
The valuable skills you’ve developed in the military have perfectly positioned you for a career with Amazon Operations.
Why Military Members Thrive at Amazon
Support, flexibility, and a set of shared values. Those are a few of the many reasons military members and their families thrive at Amazon.
Latest news
How military veterans and spouses can apply for jobs under new AWPO partnership
Memorandum of understanding creates job opportunities for former service members and military spouses.
Military veterans reveal their success secrets at Amazon India
Learn how veterans bring their leadership skills, discipline, and problem-solving expertise to serve customers in a new mission.
Amazon surpasses its goal to hire 100,000 veterans and military spouses
In 2021, we pledged to hire 100,000 veterans and military spouses worldwide by 2024, and in January 2024 we exceeded that goal.
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