Lowe’s looking to fill 53,000 jobs during one-day hiring event

Lowe's stores nationwide will open their doors to candidates from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Feb. 21 during the company's first National Hiring Day. Candidates interested in a full-time, part-time or seasonal role can visit any of Lowe's 1,700-plus U.S. stores to participate in open interviews and learn more about working at Lowe's.

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"Our employees are the heart of our business and make a difference for the customers and communities we serve every day," said Jennifer Weber, Lowe's chief human resources officer.

Lowe’s employs nearly 250,000 people across its U.S. stores and provides career advancement opportunities at all levels. Last year, nearly 40 percent of Lowe’s seasonal employees transitioned into permanent part-time and full-time positions. Nearly 200 current store managers started as seasonal employees.

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