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As school comes to an end, students begin to search for summer jobs. It is hard finding a job during these tough times, but if one looks in the right places, a good paying job may be available for the summer.
However, there are good jobs and bad jobs. Here are some of the most common places students work at and what they have to say about their summer job experiences.
Working at a camp was a common summer job
“My best job was being a camp counselor at the YMCA, and my worst job was [creating] my own lawn mowing business,” said Brennan Fogas, a UWG freshman.
“Working as a camp staffer at Kaleo was the best and worst job because it wasn’t very well paid, and kids are some of the hardest kids to control and lead, but even with all of that, it was still worth the experience,” said Jerrell Alexander, a junior.
“My best job was at Sun Valley Beach day camp, and my worst job was at Abercrombie at Arbor Place Mall,” said Austin West, a freshman.
If one takes summer classes at UWG, working on campus is always an option.
“I enjoyed working at ITS while taking my summer classes,” said Krystal Horne, a senior.
Many students earn money babysitting children when they are out of school.
“My best and worst job was being a nanny for two boys ages four and seven,” said Betsy Allbritton. “Working a 55 hour week pays really well, but it is incredibly exhausting.”
Some students found local jobs, working in their neighborhoods.
“I worked at Fairfield for three summers, and I enjoyed the first summer, but not the second,” said Kara Johnson, a freshman.
Many students like to use their skills to teach others.
“I enjoy teaching video production to high school students, which is a part of the non-profit organization, Hearts to Nourish Hope,” said Terence Rushin, a senior.
“My best job was at Foot Locker and my worst job was at FedEx,” said Rod Bolton, a senior.
“I enjoyed working at American Eagle, but hated working at a science camp,” said Cassie Ferrell, a sophomore.
Restaurants are a common place for students to work at as well.
“I did not like working at Stevi B’s Pizza and Johnny’s Pizza and Subs,” said Amanda Engstrom, a freshman.
In the summer, many students have an internship.
“I enjoyed my summer internship for the Chamber of Commerce in my town. I did not like managing a pool at a local waterpark,” said Ashton Blackwood, a freshman.
When it is beach time, many students work as a lifeguard.
“I enjoy being a lifeguard,” said Lindsey Armour, a freshman.
Students can work at amusement parks, such as Six Flags.
The Georgia Renaissance Festival is where a lot of students work from April to June.
For more information on a summer job, visit the Career Services office at Parker Hall, or visit online websites including snagajob.com.
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