Summer is a great time to find a job or internship that can help you gain experience, build your professional network, and earn money. We'll share five ways to find a summer job!

Summer Youth Employment Programs

Many cities offer Summer Youth Employment Programs that provide paid work experience to young people between the ages of 14 and 24. Contact your mayor’s office to see what opportunities are available or search “summer youth employment program near me” online to get started! These programs often include paid job readiness training alongside actual paid work. These are amazing, structured programs that are built for students like you!

Ask your network

Since not all jobs will be posted online, be sure to tap into your network when looking for a summer job. Talk to your friends, family members, teachers, and community members to see if they know of any jobs or internships!

Join AmeriCorps

AmeriCorps is a program that gives young people the chance to earn money by giving back to their community. In addition to summer opportunities, Americorps offers full-time and part-time opportunities. Find a program near you!

CareerOneStop centers

There are nearly 2,400 CareerOneStop centers nationwide that help people search for jobs, find training, and answer employment-related questions for free. Like Summer Youth Employment Programs, CareerOneStop will also likely have programs specifically for teens and young adults that include paid training and work. Find a CareerOneStop center near you! 

Start a side hustle

If finding a job or internship doesn’t work for you, there’s always an option to start a side hustle! When you have a side hustle, you can make your own schedule, work when you want to, and do something you’re passionate about. Not sure where to start? Check out our list of 12 side hustle websites you can join to begin earning! Entrepreneurship is a great skill to highlight on your resume, so be sure to include any side hustles when updating it or applying to jobs in the future.

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