Want a Job? Need a Job?
By Selena Ma

Are you looking for a summer job? Don’t know what you want to do? Well, do something that you will enjoy, and something that will come easy to you. Here are a few ideas that might fit your personality and special talents.

Internships - this job gives you a hands-on experience in an area you wish to study. If you are interested in a career real estate for example, you should work as a secretary or an assistant to a real estate agent to see what it is really like. You can look for jobs online or submit resumes to offices for internships, but the easiest way to find an internship is through a website like Craigslist.org or monster.com. This summer job will help you land a job in the future by giving you more experience in your field of interest.

Lifeguard - This job requires a lifeguard certification, CPR certification, first-aid certification, a swim test and weight test. This all seems so overwhelming, but reluctantly it is not as hard as it seems to get all these requirements filled. If you are a confident swimmer and can respond to emergency situations this might be the job for you. There are many places where lifeguards are needed such as water parks, beaches, community pools, and athletic clubs. This job could be right for you if you are responsible and a strong swimmer. The responsibilities you are given include being on constant alert for people in danger and rule enforcement.

Retail - This job does not require any previous experience. Responsibility is key because employers look for people who can be trusted to check schedules on their own and come in on time. If your closet is organized and color-coordinated you should look into retail as a summer job. This job entails you to learn how to use a cash register, fold clothes, and sell them. With a job like this you must be outgoing and personable. You will be constantly talking to strangers and asking them questions.

Camp Counselor - this job requires social skills and patience with children. Many summer camps and away camps hire high school and college students to lead younger children and keep them occupied during the day. This job is fit for someone who enjoys physical and outdoor activities. To find a job as a camp counselor consider going to your local community center or your local church to see if they are in need of counselors. The counselors need to be responsible and flexible with schedules because camp usually begins early in the morning and ends mid-afternoon.