Christmas Jobs

Looking for some extra cash for Christmas?  We all know that retail stores are looking for temporary help this Christmas season, but other types of jobs might increase during this time of year as well.  Here are a few you may not have considered.

1.  UPS, FedEx, or other shipping companies.  With all of the packages being shipped around the world during Christmas time, shipping companies might actually hire some seasonal help.

2.  Warehouses.  Not only will shipping companies have busy schedules this time of year, but warehouses will too.  People love (or feel obligated) to shop around Christmas time.  Warehouse workers are especially busy this time of year receiving and shipping out inventory.

3.  Assembler.  During this time of year, stores sell a lot of bikes and other things that need to be assembled.  If you are handy with tools, this might be a good time to snag a temporary gig and make a little extra money on the side.  Sometimes the stores work with an independent contractor, and sometimes they hire an employee specifically for that job.

4.  Pet or House Sitting.  People often travel hundreds of miles to be with their families during the holidays.  The only problem is they don't have anyone to watch Fido.  Pets are like family to most people today.  Many people can't stand the idea of Fido being locked in a cage in an unfamiliar place like a dog kennel.  They would much rather have someone come in their homes and take care of Fido, so he can have a happy holiday too.  Some people don't feel comfortable leaving their house empty and will pay someone to stay in their house while they are gone.  If you are interested in pet or house sitting only during the holidays, just let a few friends know you're available to do this.  You might get a job through word of mouth.

If you are currently unemployed and looking for a permanent job, don't dismiss the idea of working a temporary Christmas job.  A temporary job can often turn into a permanent job, and if it doesn't at least you will have more money in your pocket than you did before!