Summer Job Blitz

How to apply for a summer job

1.Begin your search early
Don't wait until school gets out; if you do, you will be facing a lot of competition. Start your search at least a couple of weeks before school breaks for the summer.


2.Have an up-to-date resume ready A resume simply lists your career objective, relevant experience and education information, along with skills or qualifications that make you a suitable candidate for the job. You can learn how to write a resume that will attract the attention of an employer online.

3. Do a thorough search
In order to get summer work you need to look in many different directions. Look through your local classified section in the newspaper, pay attention when you are out running errands for "help wanted" signs posted, and search online using keywords that will narrow your search down to your city and state.

4. Apply during slow times of the day
If you are applying for a restaurant job, it's best not to visit during peak hours when management staff may be busy. Submit your resume and application during times when there is a lull in business, when you may be able to speak with the person responsible for hiring.

5. Follow instructions in the job ad
If you find a job advertisement online or in the newspaper, pay attention to specific instructions. If the ad states certain hours of the day to submit your application, that is when you should take it in.

6. Be persistent
Employers tend to hire those individuals who show a real interest for the job. After submitting your application and resume, follow up. Wait for a few days, then call the person responsible for hiring. When you are in the area, drop by to check on the status of your application. By simply dropping off your application and never contacting the hiring manager again, your chances of landing the job decrease substantially.

7. Present yourself in a professional manner
Most employers will be turned off by applicants who show up dressed in a sloppy manner, or who have tattoos and piercings all over their bodies. Cover up tattoos, remove piercings and dress in a conservative manner. You want to look neat, clean and polished in order to make a good impression.

When applying for a summer job, always be polite and speak clearly. Those who show enthusiasm for the position and follow up frequently usually land the job.


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