Amazon Labor Union
IBT Local 1

Amazon Labor Union Organizing Apprenticeship

Based in the New York City, NY Area
(must be willing to commute to Staten Island)

 

Come join the first Amazon Workers Union in the country! On April 1st, 2022 Amazon workers at the JFK8 facility in Staten Island made history by becoming the first facility to win a union vote against one of the richest, most anti-union corporations in the world. In December 2024 1000’s of Amazon workers across the nation took part in a historic Unfair Labor Practice Strike protesting Amazon's illegal refusal to recognize and bargain with union members.

Amazon Labor Union-IBT Local 1 is looking for Apprentices ready to join the fight to win a contract at JFK8 and build the union.

This apprenticeship will help you develop organizing skills through group and one-on-one mentorship, training on organizing theory, practice, and law, and most importantly direct outreach with workers. Strong emphasis will be placed on field work. Apprentices will also have the opportunity to learn about and potentially support other aspects of the union including, communications, grievances, data systems, and more.

No experience is needed, just a willingness to listen and learn and the fighting spirit to take on one of the world’s largest corporations. Hourly wage is between $20 – $25/hr. Candidates must be willing to commute to Staten Island.

To Apply:
Email résumé and a brief write up of why you want to be a part of building amazon worker power, and why you believe in worker led unionism to Ella at: recruiting@amazonlaborunion.org.