2 things. First, Amazon has a hiring freeze in place. Secondly, those 10k layoffs are concentrated heavy in the HR department, specifically in recruiting, wher

2 things. First, Amazon has a hiring freeze in place. Secondly, those 10k layoffs are concentrated heavy in the HR department, specifically in recruiting, where people are being offered pretty decent severance pay. You could be stuck in limbo until this blows over, but I wouldn't bet on it. At this point, take whatever job you can get if you have others lined up.