Summer jobs for male high school students?

Hey, I'm a high school guy looking for a summer job. Any specific gigs or industries where guys around my age typically find work over the summer?

It's good to see you're thinking ahead about summer employment! Depending on your interests and skills, there are numerous sectors that commonly offer jobs to high school students.

Retail can be a good starting point—many stores hire seasonal employees over the summer. Similarly, fast food restaurants or local eateries often have part-time positions suitable for high schoolers. Sales Associate, Cashier, Stock Clerk, and Food Service Worker are jobs that typically don't require prior experience.

Outdoors-oriented work, such as landscaping or pool maintenance, is often available in the summer months too. If you enjoy leaving the indoors and don't mind physical labor, these could be satisfying options.

Summer camps are another possiblity. Camp counselor positions can be a great fit if you enjoy working with kids and want to develop leadership skills.

Finally, if you have a specific passion or hobby, seek out opportunities related to that. If you're into technology, for example, you may find opportunities at electronics stores or with tech camps that teach coding to younger kids.

Remember when applying, tailor your application to highlight any skills that make you a good fit for the job. Get your applications in early—summer jobs can be competitive. Good luck!