KNOXVILLE/SEVIERVILLE/MARYVILLE - Best Buy is getting ready for the holidays by hiring thousands of people across the country. The company will host a national holiday hiring fair on Wednesday, Oct. 17 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at all its stores for seasonal positions.

People looking for a fun and rewarding job, or just looking for extra cash can apply in-person or online for jobs ranging from sales, customer service, merchandising to inventory. Interviews will take place the same day.

Best Buy offers a flexible schedule, competitive wages, 401k eligibility and an employee discount.