You Can Do It All!
When the economy is rough, finding a summer job for teens can be equally as difficult as it can be for the rest of the population. But, for those who really want to work, there are summer jobs to be had.
Instructions
1. Scan your local newspaper. Thanks to the popularity of online job search forums, the newspaper has gotten short shrift. But, the help wanted ads for low-paying jobs are still found in the paper. Look for good seasonal employment by targeting restaurants, fast food places, grocery stores and the local mall. This doesn't mean that you cannot go online. It only means not to overlook the local connection.
2. Talk to your school counselor. Most school counselors can help you with applications if your idea of a "summer job" is working with other kids at summer camps for teens. If you are a college student, your counselors will be able to assist you in searching out local summer internships in your field of study. And, your counselor likely has contacts "downtown" that can possibly point you toward employment within the city our county for the summer.
3. Talk to your church minister. Your minister is similar to the school counselor in a lot of respects. But, he will also know what is going on with the personal plans of many members of the congregation. Good leads for summer day jobs at the church or local employment office can often be had. Churches also run summer long activity camps and you could be a helper or counselor.
4. Take out a classified ad in the local newspaper. When all else seems to not work, advertise yourself. "Motivated, responsible and honest teenager looking for summer work" is a quick starter. The key to the ad is to emphasize your positive character traits, your willingness to work and your flexibility for the summer. You might be surprised at how well your ad is received.
5. Start your own summertime business. Maybe a low-paying job isn't your cup of tea. Maybe the minister or counselor didn't have any good leads. If so, start your own business. If you have a lawnmower you are potentially hired already. Look for a niche that you can fill. Using the lawn mower example, you could provide simple yard work for people who don't normally have a weekly lawn guy coming in. Or, rent yourself out as a house and pet sitter. In the end, being willing to take a job and being self-employed will often equate to plenty of work for the summer.
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