10. Restaurant Staff
$5.17-$10.51/Hour
This is probably one of the most famous jobs among college and high school students since it can be done without a particular previous experience in most cases. Additionally, working in a restaurant does not limit you to a single position, since there are always possibilities such as working as a waiter or waitress, in the kitchen or as a part of a cleaning service. There are tons of restaurants in NYC that are willing to hire students during their summer holidays, so prepare your CV and search for the most suitable places for employment.