$25 – $30/hr
The mission of The New York Times is to seek the truth and help people understand the world. That means independent journalism is at the heart of all we do as a company. It’s why we have a world-renowned newsroom that sends journalists to report on the ground from nearly 160 countries. It’s why we focus deeply on how our readers will experience our journalism, from print to audio to a world-class digital and app destination. And it’s why our business strategy centers on making journalism so good that it’s worth paying for. About the Role, Mission or Department Overview Wirecutter, a New York Times company, is the premier product recommendation service dedicated to rigorously testing and reviewing products to help readers make the best decisions for their lives. Building on our mission of trust and utility, the Wirecutter Store ( wirecutterstore.nytimes.com ) is our dedicated e-commerce destination, offering our audience for purchase a highly-curated selection of the exceptional products we recommend. As we approach our busiest time of the year (Q4/Holiday Season), we are looking for two experienced Senior Temporary Customer Service Agents to join our team. You will be the customer-facing voice of the Wirecutter Store. You will ensure that our customers receive the same level of care, clarity, and reliability that they expect from Wirecutter's editorial recommendations. You will report directly to the Ecommerce Operations Director. You will work with our Customer Experience Manager to resolve inquiries, refine support processes, and improve our helpdesk operations during the peak holiday shopping rush. Schedule and Hours: Base Hours: Up to 20 hours per business week. Peak Season: An additional 10 hours on weekends during peak periods. Available Shifts (subject to change): Shift A: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Shift B: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM Responsibilities: You will provide customer support across our primary communication channels: email and chat.