It's late, but teens can still find jobs

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June 9, 2008

It's late, but teens can still find jobs

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By MyFirstPaycheck.com

Due to their lack of experience, teens often encounter challenges while searching for summer jobs. With the school year about to end, many are finding it's too late to apply for some summer positions.

To help their peers, the teenage job experts at MyFirstPaycheck.com put together a list of five places where teens might look for the perfect summer job.

Golf courses: Golf courses have a huge need for seasonal employment. Caddying, landscaping and working in the gift shop or restaurant are some opportunities available to teens.

Offices: Whether it's helping to answer phones, filing or doing paperwork, there can be a lot going on in an office for a smart, responsible teen. Working in an office also provides teens with the chance to learn about being in a professional workplace.

Museums and other cultural institutions: Summer is a time for big shows and large crowds. Museums are always looking for energetic, enthusiastic and affordable help. Teens provide the perfect fit for these opportunities.

Restaurants: Because of high turnover, the restaurant industry is always hiring. Restaurant work can provide teens with a skill set transferable to other jobs, as well as provide valuable life lessons.

Volunteer: Although volunteering means no salary, it offers a great way to make an impact on the community. Volunteering enables teenagers to develop skills, network and strengthen their résumés to help them in a job search for the next summer.