DICK'S Sporting Goods Inc. to Hire Over 11,000 Seasonal Teammates for the 2026 Holiday Shopping Season
The seasonal hiring plan spans both DICK'S store brands and Foot Locker's North American retail banners.
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DICK'S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) expects to hire over 11,000 seasonal employees across its brands for the 2026 holiday season. The company expects approximately 8,400 hires across DICK'S Sporting Goods, DICK'S House of Sport, Going Going Gone! and Public Lands. Approximately 2,900 employees will join Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker, WSS and Champs Sports stores in North America.
DICK'S will hold its ninth annual National Signing Day on October 21, 2026, with hiring continuing until positions are filled. All company stores and distribution centers in the U.S. will close on Thanksgiving, November 26; online shopping will remain available, and stores will reopen November 27.
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For its expected 2026 seasonal hires, DICK'S says access to its 401(k) begins after 30 days, including a
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Across DICK'S Sporting Goods, DICK'S House of Sport, Going Going Gone! and Public Lands store locations, the company expects to hire approximately 8,400 seasonal teammates. Interested candidates are invited to DICK'S ninth-annual "National Signing Day" on Wednesday, October 21, 2026 where they can interview on-site and meet store leadership at participating locations. Hiring will continue until positions are filled.
"Our stores truly come alive during the holidays, and seasonal teammates bring the passion and team spirit that make shopping with us so special," said Julie Lodge-Jarrett, EVP, Chief People, Purpose and Transformation Officer at DICK'S. "Whether it's helping a parent pick out a first baseball glove or equipping a young athlete for the winter season, our store teams play a huge role in creating holiday memories."
At Foot Locker, approximately 2,900 teammates will join Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker, WSS and Champs Sports store locations in
"At Foot Locker, our stores are where sneaker culture comes to life," said Michael Keinath, SVP, Chief People Officer at Foot Locker North America. "We're excited to welcome new teammates who are passionate about sport, sneakers and culture, enjoy connecting with customers and want to be part of an energetic team during the holiday season."
Seasonal teammates joining DICK'S Sporting Goods Inc. for the 2026 holiday season will become part of an organization known for fostering strong workplace cultures and creating meaningful opportunities for growth.
DICK'S has been recognized as one of the Fortune Best Workplaces in Retail and has earned Great Place to Work® certification for six consecutive years. Additionally, after 30 days of employment, teammates will have access to DICK'S 401(k) plan, including a
In keeping with company tradition, all DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc. stores and distribution centers in the
Candidates interested in roles at DICK'S, DICK'S House of Sport, Going Going Gone! and Public Lands can visit dicks.com/jobs to search for openings. Candidates interested in opportunities at Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker, Champs Sports and WSS can apply online at careers.footlocker.com.
About DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc.
DICK'S Sporting Goods creates confidence and excitement by inspiring, supporting and personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. Founded in 1948 and headquartered in
Driven by its belief that sports have the power to change lives, DICK'S has been a longtime champion for youth sports and, together with its Foundation, has donated millions of dollars to support under-resourced teams and athletes through the Sports Matter program and other community-based initiatives. Additional information about DICK'S business, corporate giving and employment opportunities can be found on dicks.com, investors.dicks.com, sportsmatter.org, dickssportinggoods.jobs and on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and X.
About Foot Locker
Foot Locker is a leading footwear and apparel retailer. With a global presence across North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and New Zealand, and a licensed store presence in Europe, the Middle East and Asia, Foot Locker has a strong history of sneaker authority that sparks discovery and ignites the power of sneaker culture.
Media Contacts
DICK'S Sporting Goods – press@dcsg.com
Foot Locker- mediarelations@footlocker.com
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How many seasonal employees does DICK'S Sporting Goods expect to hire for the 2026 holidays?
DICK'S and Foot Locker expect to hire over 11,000 seasonal employees. The plan includes approximately 8,400 across DICK'S Sporting Goods, DICK'S House of Sport, Going Going Gone! and Public Lands, plus approximately 2,900 across Foot Locker, Kids Foot Locker, WSS and Champs Sports stores in North America.