Gen Z seasonal jobs 2025: As the holiday season approaches, millions of unemployed Gen Zers are on the hunt for work and one role is standing out above the rest: accounting, as per a report.
Accounting Emerges as Top Holiday Job for Gen Z
Despite its reputation as one of America’s more “boring” jobs, tax accounting is currently in high demand.
The field has been shrinking in recent years, with some 340,000 accountants leaving the profession over the past five years, and estimates suggesting that up to 75% of those remaining could exit within the next decade, as per a Fortune report. The combination of retiring boomers and millennials avoiding the field has created a growing talent shortage, and an opportunity for Gen Z.
How Seasonal Work Can Become a Full-Time Career
According to Monster’s recent analysis of its job postings, tax accountants are the hottest seasonal job title right now. While many view seasonal work as a temporary paycheck, experts note it can often serve as a stepping stone to a longer career, as per the report. Many companies use holiday hiring as a chance to test candidates for permanent roles.
Those pursuing tax accounting typically need at least a bachelor’s degree, and those with a CPA qualification can earn upwards of $200,000.
Top 20 Seasonal Jobs Hiring This Holiday Season
Monster’s analysis also highlighted the top 20 seasonal jobs currently hiring, as per the Fortune report:
- Tax Accountant
- Customer Service Representative
- Beauty Consultant
- Delivery Driver
- Technical Specialist
- Sales Representative
- Warehouse Worker
- Materials Handler
- Photographer
- Retail Sales Specialist
- Truck Driver
- Concierge
- Receiving Worker
- Stock Associate
- Bartender
- Retail Sales Associate
- Barista
- Bookseller
- Line Cook
- Housekeeper
Trades and Hospitality Roles See Rapid Wage Growth
While accounting is leading the way, most seasonal roles trending this year are in trades and hospitality. Research shows that outside the holiday season, bartenders and baristas have experienced significant wage growth, with pay rising nearly 30% since 2021, outpacing inflation by more than 4%. In traditional trade roles, young workers have found opportunities to earn over $100,000 even without a college degree.
How Gen Z Can Use Seasonal Jobs to Break Into the Workforce
With the white-collar job market largely stagnant and millions of Gen Zers classified as NEETs, not in education, employment, or training, seasonal gigs could provide an unexpected entry point into longer-term employment.
Monster researchers wrote that, “By demonstrating enthusiasm, adaptability, and reliability, candidates can position themselves not only for a successful season—but potentially for long-term opportunities once the holidays end,” as quoted by Fortune.
FAQs
Do I need a degree to work as a tax accountant?
Yes, typically a bachelor’s degree is required.
Can seasonal work turn into a permanent job?
Yes, many companies use holiday hiring to test candidates for full-time roles.