For many high schoolers, summer means having more time than they know what to do with. jobs to make the most out of their time. Summer jobs can be useful for saving up for important milestones in high school while still providing a fun experience for those working them. Without the constant demand of school, homework, sports, and clubs, many start looking for
Junior Sophie Brown has worked at the YMCA as a lifeguard for one year, and when asked about her job says, “I have worked there one year. As a sixteen-year-old employee I get workers comp, good hours, and a free membership. I meet a lot of new people and get to listen to music while working.” This is one job that could be very enticing for high schoolers, especially with flexible hours and good benefits like a free gym membership. Brown also says that the YMCA is hiring for the summer, which could be a good opportunity for many at West to find a summer job. The YMCA also has other job opportunities aside from lifeguarding, giving students plenty of options to choose from when considering what they want to do.
Another great opportunity to find a job for this summer is at Blackbear Coffee, where many students enjoy buying a drink and breakfast, hanging out, and studying. Located in downtown Hendersonville, this coffee shop offers a convenient location for many prospective applicants, as well as a good environment. In an interview with Emily Young, Young says that “Blackbear is definitely hiring right now.” When asked about any benefits that may appeal to high schoolers looking for a summer job, Young said “We get one employee drink every meal and a 50% discount otherwise.” These kinds of benefits can help to make a job more fun and offer a more upbeat environment, especially during the summer when no one really wants to work.
If you are in the market for something else for your summer job, there are many sites that provide up-to-date job listings that can help in your search. Some of these include Indeed, ZipRecruiter, and LinkedIn, which are all great options for finding relevant and accurate information on new job openings near you. It can also be helpful to talk to your friends and family to see if they know of any place that is hiring, as it can be useful to have a connection and a good recommendation at any new location you work. “I love to work over the summer because it’s a great way to get out of the house and make money for summer activities!” Brown says.
