Its almost time for summer, which means its time to think about summer jobs.
Teen jobs traditionally pay minimum wage or a little higher depending on the work and where you live.
We found that average hourly wages for typical teen jobs are up from 2020, in some cases significantly.
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you could do the math.
45 Best Summer Jobs for Teens
What will you do for work this summer?
Here are the 45 best summer jobs for teens.
Also, with these jobs, teens need their own bank account and access to high-speed internet.
Probably not as good as youd like.
It always seems like an uphill battle to build (and keep) a decent amount in savings.
But what if your car breaks down, or you have a sudden medical bill?
Websites likeplaylistpush.comoffer up to $15 per song and even younger teens can earn money for their feedback.
Sites likeproductreportcard.comanduserfeel.comallow teens to earn money testing products or apps.
The best part all from home!
One woman told us that she can earnabout $200 to $300 in a weekend.
Is pet-sitting too much of a commitment for you?
you might still make money working with animals by walking dogs while families are at work or on vacation.
You must love dogs and be willing to scoop up their poop!
Some shelters and even your local kennel may hire teens over the age of 16.
These are great summer jobs for teens who love animals, especially if vet school is in their future.
Animal care workers canexpect to make around $13 per hour.
Its not a very high-paying gig, but every dollar counts!
If you have a green thumb, you could water plants while owners are away.
Teens are digital natives and they can get paid to pass that knowledge on to older people.
And be sure to read ourguide to starting a freelance businessfor more info on pricing and making a profit.
Have a knack for art and design?
Some companies to check out includeMerch by Amazon,Printful,Printify,SpreadshirtandRedbubble.
see to it you have original ideas and dont neglect your product descriptions.
If you might make and alter clothes, youve got a skill you might monetize.
Make chairs, crafts, walking sticks or other wood items and sell them on Etsy or in person.
Put up signs in your local area announcing your talent, and seek out commissions.
The BLS indicateswoodworkers make about $17.65 an hour.
Youre creating your own work, so the big hurdle here ispromotion.
Here are other ways to make money with writing.
Visit the websites you read every day and look at their submission guidelines.
Payment options for freelance writing will vary depending on experience and the individual sites payment model.
Websites likeEmphatic.copay you to write social media posts for their clients.
If you are skilled at quickly transcribing audio or decoding somebodys handwriting, look fortranscription jobs online.
One woman told us she has earned up to $25 an hour as a transcriptionist.
Do you know when and how to use commas?
Can you quickly identify misspelled words?
Payment varies widely and depends largely on experience.
Websites likesurveyjunkie.compay you for your opinions.
The payout for each survey is small, but its easy work to do from the comfort of home.
Got a knack for getting dirt off surfaces?
Look for house cleaning jobs in your area, or set out as a house-cleaning entrepreneur.
The BLS indicates that maids and housekeeping cleaners makeabout $14.22 an hour.
Get the scum out of pools so people can enjoy their swims.
Look for companies hiring pool cleaners, since youll need special training to handle the chemicals involved.
Most teens are allergic to laundry, but they might learn to love it if they get paid.
Indeed Glassdoor indicates that youll makeabout $14 an hourwith this gig.
Cleaning toilets may not sound like fun, but its a paying job.
Workers canexpect to make $14.69 per hour.
Find out whether the business prefers in-person applications or online applications, and apply accordingly.
Teaching: Train Scholars, Earn Dollars
Tutoring and teaching younger children is another classic teen job.
Whether you are a pianist or a pre-calc expert, there is a tutoring opportunity for you.
Older teens can help prep younger ones for the PSAT and the SAT.
Find music teaching gigs onWyzant.com.
Payment will vary, with companies paying anywhere from $9 to $25 per hour.
Do you have swimming skills?
Help kids improve their butterfly strokes or simply overcome their fear of putting their heads in the water.
Or maybe youre practically a professional horseback rider?
Start young children on a lifelong love of horses by working as a riding instructor.
Visit your local swimming pool and local stables to ask about job opportunities.
Some of these jobs, like swimming and riding instructor, require applications and interviews.
Others, like piano teacher or art teacher, you’re able to create yourself.
The BLS says that landscaping and groundskeeping workers makeabout $17 an hour.
Wear a whistle and help kids practice water safety in and around swimming pools.
Lifeguards makeabout $13 an hour, according to the BLS.
Depending on what crops grow in your area, you might find all kinds of agriculture and harvesting opportunities.
it’s possible for you to expect to makeabout $14.27 per hour, according to the BLS.
Look for contractors in your area that hire teens.
The United States Department of Labors Occupational Safety and Health division hasresources about safety.
The BLS indicates that construction laborers and helpers can expect to make$18.04 an hour.
Sing camp songs, teach crafts and become a kids hero for the summer.
They makeabout $14.27 per hour.
If you live near a national park, you might already be aware of the summer jobs available there.
Go online and look for software instructions.
As we noted earlier, having a friend who works there can often help your app.
Working for The Man: Would You Like Fries With That?
Love em or hate em, the following jobs are summer staples for teens.
Stock shelves, help customers find merchandise and ring up purchases.
These jobs often come with a nice employee discount, so look for retail gigs at your favorite stores.
Retail workers make about$14.03 per hour, according to the BLS.
Prepare food, serve food, ring up customers orders, bus dishes and clean up afterward.
Workers in this industrycan make about $12.50 per hour according to the BLS.
Answer phones, direct calls and greet people when they enter the building.
Receptioniststypically earn about $16 an hour.
Take tickets, serve popcorn, clean popcorn off the floor and become very familiar with every summer blockbuster.
Teens interested in books, reading and helping people could make great library assistants.
Pay per hour is between $12-$15 and some libraries welcome ages 15 and up.
Older teens with cars can deliver forDoorDash,Uber EatsorPostmates.
One driver told ushe made $8k in one monthdelivering with Uber Eats.
Believe it or not, this is a perfectly legit way to make money.
Read ourbook reselling guidefor tips on which books to resell, and which to leave on the shelf.
you’re able to make up to $750 a month just reselling books.
Yes, it’s possible for you to resell clothes just like books and toys!
Read ourguide to consignment sellingand then start cashing in on fashion.
Also check outthis list of 17 stores that buy used clothesand how to get the best cash offer.
The amount of money you make will vary.
Weve got both aguide for buying discounted gift cardsandaguide for reselling gift cardsfor you.
Again, how much you’re able to make will vary.
If you grew up on computers, you probably have a vast collection of video games at home.
Read how one TPH staffermade over $100by taking old games to GameStop.
Want to sell in person?
Get a table at a flea market and start selling used items, handmade crafts and other treasures.
Read ourflea market guideto get the most out of your wares.
Why not offer your services as a yard sale organizer?
You guessed it: weve got ayard sale guideto get you started.
Contributor Veronica Matthews writes on lifestyle topics from North Carolina.
Reporting from former contributors Nicole Dieker and Steve Gillman is included in this report.
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