Best Summer Jobs for Teens: Most teenagers around the world look forward to their summer holidays. After all, what could be better than no school, warm weather, and endless days of fun in the sun? Still, as tempting as those lazy days of summer sound, some teens are more resourceful than others, and seek to take on employment over the summer. Not only does such work give them the chance to make some spending money to better enjoy their time off, but it also acts as a great form of early employment to put on their resume and impress future employers or university admissions directors with.
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It’s not always easy knowing where to look for work though when you’re a teen and have nothing to your name. Heck, kids can barely even land a paper route anymore, as those routes are largely given to mass carriers with trucks, and the papers delivered early in the morning. This has left most teens with blank resumes and no way to prove they are ready for any kind of work.
Some kids will be lucky enough to have a family business they can get started in, or their parents will use their connections to land them a position, but for every other teen, they’ll need to find a somewhat unorthodox, entry-level position to get them started in the real world. We’ve gathered just such a list of the best summer jobs for teens, that just about any teen can do.
If instead, your high school days are over, but you would still like to get a temporary job this summer, we suggest you read our cover story on the Best Summer Jobs for College Students. While not all of the following jobs will be suitable for all types of teens,and some do require some pre-existing skills or personal experience, every teen should find a suitable job on the list they could search out come next summer.
Now then, let’s take a look at the countdown of the five best summer jobs for teens.
No. 5: Internships
Although when one thinks about the best summer jobs for teens, an internship doesn’t exactly pop into mind, this might be a great opportunity, especially for teens who’ve already decided on their careers. Most internships aren’t paid positions, but there are quite a few companies out there willing to pay for your efforts; all you have to do is look thoroughly. But even if you land an unpaid internship, it will still give you a great opportunity to learn everything there is to know about the field you’ll like to work in one day.
No. 4: Camp Counselor
If you like the outdoors and you fancy yourself as a bit of a mentor, definitely consider becoming a camp counselor. Apart from spending a great deal of time outdoors and involved in a ton of fun activities, you will also get a chance to develop your leadership skills and your understanding of those around you. Not to mention that you will also get paid for doing this!
No. 3: Babysitting
There was simply no way we could not have included babysitting on our list of best summer jobs for teens. This popular job choice is suitable not only for weekends and evenings, but also for the entire summer. If nurturing is your forte, definitely consider babysitting this upcoming summer. Pay can vary greatly, but you should typically make around $10 to $15 per hour, which exceeds most jobs for teens.
No. 2: Lifeguard
Particularly strong swimmers should definitely give life-guarding a thought. Not only is this job quite well paid for a summer job, but it’s also lots of fun. Being a lifeguard does come with its fair share of responsibilities, but the bonds you’ll make with your fellow co-workers can very well last you a lifetime. If you’re considering becoming a lifeguard this summer, make sure you plan early, as you will most likely be required to complete a certification course before you are hired.
No. 1: Tutoring
If you’re particular good at one school subject or another, tutoring might just be the perfect summer job for you. Not only will you make decent money, starting at $15 per hour for absolute beginners, but you will also get a chance to freshen up on your own knowledge in the process.
