Good Summer Jobs for Teens - See Here

For many teenagers, the first summer work is a rite of passage. It's a signal that you're on the path to maturity, and it's also a way of paying for sports, saving for a car, or putting money away for college. Some occupations are going to build on the talents you already have. 

Others can help you test your career goals, particularly jobs you get under your belt once you have a year in college. But, to start exploring the job market and even open your first IRA, you do not have to wait too long. 

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With the tight domestic labor market, there may be different positions available this coming summer. Here's a quick list of the summer jobs you can try out! Read on to learn more.

Good Summer Jobs for Teens - See Here
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Camp Counselor

Are you involved in management and leadership? Summer work as a camp counselor is a perfect pick for teenagers who are natural leaders or educators. 

The job will encourage older teenagers to spend time outdoors, mentor younger children, and help them learn new abilities. 

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A great benefit of this work is the acquisition of transferable skills that are useful in life, such as leadership skills, communication, and conflict solving skills, apart from being paid to spend plenty of time outside. 

Teens are also expected to live away from home in a camp counselor position, which may help them become more confident as they transition into adulthood.

Fast-Food Server

You have to enjoy working with individuals at a fast pace to perform well in this job. Many fast-food restaurants require servers to be very fast and under pressure to perform well.

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As foodservice workers typically pay around $9 to $10 per hour, the job often comes with high earnings potential. Many restaurants often encourage their employees to receive tips. Bear in mind that work in the foodservice is not limited to waitstaff. 

As hosts, hostesses, or cooks, employment is also available. Regardless of the task, the team has to work efficiently to keep the organization going, so teens can learn essential life skills in this type of career.

Retail Salesperson 

Retail sales provide a great deal of opportunity for teens searching for jobs, maybe one of the most diverse career choices. Depending on the duties involved, this form of employment can pay anywhere in the range of $11 to $13 an hour. 

When it comes to retail sales, inventory, stocking shelves, product demos, giving out samples in grocery stores, customer service, or running a cash register are all options. 

For especially sociable teenagers, this form of job can be fantastic, as they will also have to communicate with the public and work as part of a team.

Intern

Internships offer an opportunity for teenagers to pursue a new career option. They also provide an early opportunity to gain experience in the industry that will look fantastic on a resume and have the first contacts in a potential job network. 

Because many of these jobs are unpaid, candidates will need to demonstrate that they will earn school credit for taking the job. But, to try to find internships that welcome younger teenagers, it's worth checking with a high school guidance counselor. 

Lifeguard

Lifeguarding is a demanding job that comes with considerable responsibility and is a perfect choice for teens who are good swimmers. To be a lifeguard, completing qualification courses is required, and you usually need to be over 15 years old. 

Pre-planning would certainly be needed. Work as a lifeguard demands a high degree of maturity and professionalism. Still, it is a rewarding role to help teens improve their talents and trust in decision-making while earning between $9 and $10 per hour.

Baby Sitter

Good Summer Jobs for Teens - See Here
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Teens who enjoy kids with a caring spirit might suggest taking on a summer job as a nanny or babysitter. The good news is that, as working parents need to find childcare for their young children, nanny or babysitter roles are usually in high demand during the summer months. 

A nanny job needs someone who is highly accountable and can settle disputes. Although this work pays very well – typically in the range of $10 to $15 per hour – it requires a lot of patience. 

For teens who want to pursue a career in education, childcare, social work, or some other area that uses social skills or needs contact with children, this is a great option. 

Conclusion

It takes planning to find the right summer job. Examine the possibilities for you that are readily available and consider what you hope to get out of the job. Earning any extra cash for savings is always good too! 

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