32 Best Gifts to Celebrate Their New Job
Useful and thoughtful picks to spruce up their desk, make commuting easier and more.
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Starting a new dream job is an incredible milestone that deserves plenty of recognition. Applying to and interviewing for various positions is no small feat. Whether you're celebrating a close friend or family member who is beginning their first-ever professional role or are honoring a beloved coworker or a great boss who is making the shift to a new company, consider a token of congratulations in the form of these new job gifts.
The following gift ideas are a mix of practical, humorous and aesthetically pleasing items that are sure to come in handy throughout the work day. Given how many hours most people spend at their desks, it's truly the little things that can make a difference in their well-being, which is why we've picked out fun office supplies, snacks (including a few gifts for coffee lovers) and more. Keep in mind that most people's workspaces are relatively limited in size, so gifting smaller items they'll really be able to use, like those featured here, are generally your best bet.
Additionally, note that there's no need to spend a ton of money while shopping for work-themed gifts. Most of these unique Amazon picks come in under $40, if not lower. So go ahead and browse our list to say farewell in a thoughtful way. Expressing how proud you are of their success will mean the world to them!
Tested by the Good Housekeeping Institute, this 19-ounce water bottle will help them drink more H2O throughout the busy work day. It easily locks so that water doesn't spill in their bag mid-commute. Plus, it'll keep it cold for 24 hours.
Full of motivational advice, this planner is a nice gift for someone who appreciates words of encouragement. It's packed with writing prompts, activities and more to help start their day off on the right foot and thoughtfully plan for the future.
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This planner is majorly high-tech, being that it can digitally connect to your phone, saving paper in the process. It's ideal for those who enjoy the feel of physically writing things down. It's perfect for to-do lists, meeting notes, you name it.
The Good Housekeeping Institute named this one of the best work bags for women, and there's no doubt as to why. It can comfortably hold a laptop, comes in four stylish colors and it contains multiple small pockets for daily essentials. What's more, it features sturdy handles as well as a crossbody strap.
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These gold-plated hoops are an easy way to accessorize day-to-day work outfits. Would you believe they come in at less than $15? "Perfect staple earrings. Lightweight and perfect size. I’ve gotten these wet on park rides and in the pool and they haven’t tarnished" one Amazon reviewer commented.
Starting a new job means she'll likely need to stock up on work pants to look and feel her best. These straight leg pants from the popular online retailer, Quince, are majorly on sale and come in sizes XS through XL.
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Daffodils symbolize new beginnings, making this paper bouquet a nice parting gift for a coworker who you'll miss dearly. "Sturdy and well made. A great alternative to sending real flowers. Plus they last longer and no fuss with watering! one Amazon reviewer shared.
This 16-ounce glass can hold water, coffee, tea or soda, and it's witty at the same time, making it a good pick for the coworker with a sense of humor. Bonus: Along with being lightweight, it comes with a bamboo bid and glass straw.
If their new job will involve traveling, packing cubes are a no-fail gift idea. They'll make it easier to squeeze as much into a suitcase as possible while still being organized. This set comes with eight pieces in different shapes and sizes, perfect for packing underwear, shirts and more.
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Many people find blue light glasses beneficial when sitting in front of screens all day. This pair is flattering and there are five frame color options, so there's a hue for everyone.
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Some work days call for ballet flats, especially if comfort is key for a long commute. The experts at the Good Housekeeping Institute's Textiles Lab appreciate this popular faux leather pick that's under $25. With nearly 72,000 online reviews, the style is available in tons of colors and features memory foam insoles along with heel padding to support their feet all day.
Who doesn't love using colorful highlighters? This petite set of four, including peach, mint, mustard and lilac, is ideal for adults who always went wild for school supplies growing up.
It's never a bad idea to keep backup makeup products on hand at work. They can fill this trendy padded pouch with their favorite travel-sized products.
Packing lunch from home is an excellent money-saving solution. An insulated bag like this will keep food nice and cool, plus it has plenty of room for treats of all kinds.
They'll never miss an important call again, thanks to this chic acrylic phone stand that also features a cord organizer. "The phone stand tucks the phone cord away nice and neat. Perfect addition for my desk," one reviewer shared.
From the automatic open and close feature to the stylish leopard print, she's bound to get tons of use out of this sturdy umbrella. GH Institute's Executive Director of Strategy & Operations, Lexie Sachs, likes the design, noting that "it’s compact enough to easily fit into a tote bag or backpack."
Keep glasses handy at all times by placing them on this fun nose-shaped holder when they're not in use. It's sure to become an instant conversation starter whenever coworkers stop by their desk.
They deserve to flaunt their new role, right? This clever notebook is sure to become a favorite and it will be useful for all the meetings they're bound to have in the office.
Every opportunity can be a networking experience, if you ask us. This sleek, budget-friendly pick will help them keep track of their business cards at all times.
If they take notes all meeting long, they should reach for a pen that'll make them smile. This motivational set of 12 will keep them going all week. The rose gold finish is a nice touch, too!
Sarah Lyon is a New York City-based freelancer who produces interior design, travel and lifestyle content. Her work is featured in outlets including Apartment Therapy, Architectural Digest, MyDomaine, The Washington Post and The New York Times. Plus, her personal spaces have appeared on Apartment Therapy, The Everygirl, Houzz and more.
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