7 Part-Time Seasonal Jobs for Older Workers

3. Grocery store shoppers

Mobile orders are exploding as more consumers use their phones to get their shopping done. The grocery stores need people to fulfill those orders, and that’s where in-store shoppers come in. They prepare orders for mobile customers and in some cases deliver them to homes. This job isn’t for everyone. You are expected to be on your feet for extended periods, to bend down repetitively and sometimes to lift heavy items. But if you are able, seasonal jobs abound. 

Salary

Grocery store shopper national average: $13 per hour, according to ZipRecruiter.

4. Remote customer service reps

Call center and customer service reps are always in demand, but the need tends to pick up during the holidays, and that’s true in 2022. Customer service reps handle inquiries for companies from text, email, phone and social media. You’ll need to know your way around a computer and have good communication skills for this job.  The hours are flexible, and there’s no commute time. ​

Salary

Remote call center support rep national average: $16 per hour, according to ZipRecruiter.

5. Tax preparers

It’s not only retailers who see increased demand during the holidays. ’Tis the season to begin preparing your taxes, which is why tax preparers and tax assistants are in demand. ​

Tax assistants are responsible for helping with the tax return, including entering W2 data. You’ll need math and reading skills. Tax preparers are in charge of the return, and as a result, those jobs usually require previous experience. “This time of year, we see an uptick particularly in the accounting industry, “ says Toni Frana, FlexJobs’ career services manager. “Tax preparer and accounting roles are particularly popular for seasonal work.” 

Salary

Tax preparer national average: $20 per hour, according to ZipRecruiter. 

Tax preparer assistant national average: $16, according to ZipRecruiter. ​

6. Seasonal gift assemblers

If you have a flair for putting together gift baskets, floral arrangements and other offerings, then a seasonal gift assembler job may be right for you. Another in-demand role during the holidays, gift assemblers typically work in warehouses putting together holiday-themed gift bags, floral arrangements and gift packages for customers. It’s typically a fast-paced environment in which you’re required to be on your feet. ​

Salary

Gift assemblers national average: $15 per hour, according to ZipRecruiter. ​

7. Gift wrappers

As a gift wrapper — the quintessential seasonal job — you guessed it, you wrap presents. Department stores such as Nordstrom’s, malls and stand-alone retailers offer gift wrapping services during the holiday season. This job is perfect for older adults who take pride in the presentation. Act soon, these jobs tend to last only until the end of the year. 

Salary

Gift wrapper national average: $15 per hour, according to ZipRecruiter.