A typical teen job does not necessarily include working at a local burger joint, there is much more to it. Explore this article to know the different job options for teenagers.

Jobs For Teenagers

Tired of asking money from your parents all the time or want enough money to buy the stuff you want? What about taking on a job? Your entry into the teenage will deeply urge you to be as much self-sufficient as possible. And self-sufficiency comes with responsibility and money. You’ll learn to be responsible with age and earn experience and cash with a job. The first step towards going for a job is to inform your elders about your decision seriously and in earnest. Now, the next step is to decide exactly what kind of a job would you like to go in for and finally, you have to start searching for the same!
 
While looking out for a job, teens should go for the options that give some real world experiences and also teach career skills that can last a lifetime. Studies reveal that teenagers working part-time or taking up summer jobs gain valuable experiences that help them build both educational as well as job-related skills. They help build self-esteem and independence in teenagers and teach them time management, team building and communication skills. Given below are some types of jobs for teenagers from all age groups, categorized into younger and older teens. With the various job options listed below, learn new skills, discover your passion and make some money on the side.
 
Job Options For Teens
 
Jobs For Younger Teens
  • Baby Sitting Service
  • Car-Detailing Service
  • Catering Service
  • Cleaning Service
  • Educational Tutoring Service
  • Errand, Messenger Service
  • Freelancing Service
  • Online Web Business
  • Painting Service
  • PC Tutor
  • Pet Sitting Service
  • Yard Maintenance Service 
Typical Teen Jobs
  • Administrative Assistant
  • Shop Attendant
  • Assistant Manager
  • Auto Technician
  • Camp Counselor or Counselor-in-Training
  • Cashier
  • Clothing Store Associate
  • Computer Programmer
  • Construction Helper
  • Copy Machine Operator
  • Counter Attendant
  • Customer Service
  • Data-entry Person
  • Daycare Assistant
  • Delivery Person
  • Dispatcher
  • Electrician Helper
  • Factory Assembler
  • Farm Worker
  • Gas Station Attendant
  • Grocery Bagger
  • Grocery Stocker
  • Groundskeeper
  • Home Companion/ Caretaker
  • Host/ Hostess
  • Hotel Desk Clerk Assistant
  • Housekeeper
  • Kennel Attendant
  • Kitchen Helper
  • Lawn/ Landscape Worker
  • Library Assistant
  • Lifeguard
  • Maid
  • Mail Clerk
  • Maintenance Helper
  • Masonry Helper
  • Merchandiser
  • Messenger/ Courier
  • Movie Theatre Attendant, Usher
  • Packer/ Mover
  • Painters Helper
  • Parking Lot Attendant
  • Photographer's Helper
  • Plant/ Nursery Assistant
  • Plumbers Helper
  • Receptionist
  • Retail Clerk
  • Short Order Cook
  • Stock Clerk
  • Swimming Instructor
  • Vehicle Washer/ Detailer
  • Veterinarian Assistant
  • Waiter/ Waitress
  • Warehouse Person
  • Word Processor 
Typical Teen Employers
  • Summer Camps
  • Fast Food Restaurants
  • Grocery Stores
  • Retail Outlets
  • Municipal Park & Recreation Services
  • Local Government Summer Programs
  • Assisted Living Facilities
  • Hotels, Resorts
  • Clubs
  • Movie Theatres
  • Lawn/ Yard Maintenance Services
  • Tourist Attractions
  • Retail Stores
  • Small Businesses
  • Corporate Offices

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