Online Summer Jobs for Teens

If you thought that all a teen could do for some extra cash was mow lawns, check out our guide to finding online summer jobs for teens. Don't spend another summer working a job that you hate, when you can be earning cash doing something you really enjoy!

There is nothing wrong with delivering papers, bagging groceries or being a lifeguard at the local public pool. However, if you have a little experience working at least one job previously, there are an infinite number of other jobs available to you. Managers at any job are more likely to hire you if you have some prior work experience.

If you are wondering what kind of online summer jobs for teens there are, just check out the Internet for great listings. Several Internet sites that have great online summer jobs for teens include:

• Teens4Hire
• Got A Job
• Snag A Job
• Quint Careers
• Teaching Kids Business

There are plenty of interesting jobs you can do either in your community or even online. These types of jobs are often used to launch a real small business after graduation from high school. A few job ideas include:

• Walking dogs
• Golf caddie
• Shopper for the elderly or housebound individual
• Errand runner
• Photographer for a local newspaper
• Web site or graphics designer

If you still can't think of a job you would like, consider places that you like to visit. Do you like the local marine museum, library or fairgrounds? These places often have plenty of hourly jobs available during the summer, doing everything from selling tickets to caring for animals.

There are also many other places to find summer job postings. Try the library, post office, bank and community center to find public bulletin boards. Jobs that are typically advertised here include:

• Apprentice programs- learn a new set of skills, such as learning how to build things like gazebos and other outbuildings.
• Volunteer programs- such as working at a historical center, museum, animal shelter or hospital.
• Community service programs- check with your high school guidance counselor or business office to see if there are any summer programs in your area.

Perhaps you already have a great idea to start a business but you need a little help. One way to learn a lot about how a business is run is to work for one. Is baking your passion? Try working for a bakery or specialty pastry shop and get a feel for the way things are done. Many kids have successfully launched their own bakeries, candy shops and even a dog biscuit business by learning from the pros first.

The Small Business Administration's Teen Business Link has lots of information for teens that are considering starting their own business. They have everything you need to learn about starting and running a business from creating a business plan to finding start-up money to get it going.

Still think that you can't start and run a business of your own? Many kids, even very young ones, have started their very own business (and we're not just talking lemonade stands either). Follow these links to find out how other kids, just like you, have followed their dreams.

• Junior Achievement
• I Could Be
• Teen Capitalist

Online summer jobs for teens can be as exciting or interesting as you want them to be. If you can't find a job that is appealing you can always start your own business doing something you already love.

If you decide to launch your own business, either work for a pro or consult an adult who can be a mentor to you, such as a member of the Small Business Administration. Someone with a background in your chosen business can help you get your idea off of the ground, and help you avoid some common pitfalls.

Finally, in order to insure you'll have plenty of jobs to choose from in the future, or the support of an adult in a business venture, act responsibly. Always be on time to your job, call ahead if you will be late or sick, and dress appropriately when doing business. Follow these simple rules, and you'll have plenty of money to show for your hard work!

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