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Is it too late to find a summer job?

Joe Ford

Is it too late to find a summer job?

But that doesn't mean it's too late to find a summer job and earn some extra cash. Though your options may be more limited than they were a few months ago, plenty of companies — whether corporate, retail, food service, or beyond — are still in hiring mode.

When should I start applying for a summer job?

These employers want and need to see your applications ASAP – the sooner the better. The best time to apply for summer jobs is during the winter or spring. Since most summer positions begin in May or June and end in August or September, it's best to have a job lined as early as possible.

How can a teenager get a summer job?

In the United States, a teenager is legally allowed to get a job at age 14. Jobs permitted for 14-year-olds and older teenagers by the federal government include office and clerical work, cooking with an electric or gas grill (no open flames), cashiering, price marking, and bagging.

When should I look for a summer job?

These employers want and need to see your applications ASAP – the sooner the better. The best time to apply for summer jobs is during the winter or spring. Since most summer positions begin in May or June and end in August or September, it's best to have a job lined as early as possible.

When should I start applying for full time jobs?

In short, I'd recommend starting 3-4 months before you plan on needing a job. This can depend a lot on the economy in the city you're moving to, and how in-demand your skill-set is. For the reader above, I actually recommended 2-3 months maximum because Nurses usually have no trouble finding interested employers.

How much can you earn from a summer job?

Given that there are about 13 weeks during the summer and 30 weeks during the academic year, a college student can work a total of about 13 x 40 + 30 x 12 = 880 hours per year. The student should be able to earn at least $6,380 per year at the federal minimum wage of $7.25 per hour. Most college students can earn more.

What is summer job?

(ˈsʌmə dʒɒb) a job that a student does in the summer vacation.