According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the nation’s teens, ages 16 to 19, are experiencing a record low employment rate since the late 1940s.
While it looks like slim pickings and tough competition for high school and college students seeking summer jobs, there is hope. I got a heads up from my friend Shannon, on a Full-time Summer Employment opportunity for students with the Los Angeles Department of Water & Power.
It seemed appropriate to not only post the opportunity but list other opportunities as well. If you or someone you know is looking for a summer job please share this information.
Summer Jobs:
LADWP:
The Student Worker Program (SWP): A seven-week paid program where students learn real
work situations. Field trips and tours of LADWP facilities will expose students to many exciting jobs
opportunities across many Department operations. Students will also be provided information that will
help them learn how to prepare and apply for future entry-level civil service exams.
General Eligibility/Qualifications: Applicants to the SWP must be current full time students at a
local high school who will be entering into their junior or senior year by Fall 2008. Work permits are
required for students under 18 years of age. In addition, student workers shall comply with the established policies and practices of the SWP and those of their local high school.
Program Duration: July 7, 2008 to August 22, 2008
Pay: $11.68 per hour
Application Deadline: Applications must be received by 4:00 pm on June 13. Applications are available from DWP Human Resources Office or download the application at http://jti.ladwp.com. LADWP (213) 367-2729.
Summer Time Job Fair
Get those resumes ready!
Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza
Thursday, June 19
10am – 2pm
3650 Martin Luther King Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90008
The Salvation Army Camp Mt Crags/Camp Gilmore
CABIN COUNSELOR (Must be at least 18 years old )
Salary $200.00 a week plus room and board
Counselors should have previous experience in working with children. A Counselor is required to live in a cabin with the children. A separate room is provided for the counselor. The proper care and leadership of the youth in their spiritual, physical, social and emotional development is vital to the mission of our camp. Counselor should enjoy sharing God’s word, working with young people, hiking, recreational activities, swimming and have some knowledge of outdoors living skills.
WILDERNESS CAMP COUNSELOR Salary $225.00 a week plus room and board
In addition to the skills listed above for Cabin Counselor, a Wilderness Camp Counselor needs to be physically fit enough for aggressive hiking, camping out, mountain bike riding, and other outdoor activities. Must have some type of outdoor living experience.
PROGRAM TEAM (Must be at least 18, preferably 20 or older)
Salary $250.00 per week plus room and board
Responsible to work with Program Director in developing, preparing and implementing the day to day activities. This team would have the combined skills to carry out organized recreation, crafts and evening programs. This team assists the program director in camper discipline and staff discipline. Must be a good Christian role model on and off camp property, both during camp sessions and on break days between sessions.
Download an application: here, send all inquiries to Steve Cox Resumes can also be faxed to: (818) 222-6396
Peninsula Bay Cities Summer Day Camp & Swim School
Hiring Swim Instructors & Lifeguards, base pay begins at $3,000 for the summer. Visit www.pbcstaff.com or call Brent at (310) 541-3664 for complete details and to get the process started.
DEA Summer Honors Program
The Summer Honors Program offers paid opportunities to undergraduate students who will be entering their third or fourth year of school and graduate students. For more info visit: www.avuedigitalservices.com/dea/applicant.html
Catalina Island Camps
Hiring Summer Camp Counselors and Activity Specialists visit: catalinaislandcamps.com
Grassroots Campaigns
Grassroots Campaigns is currently hiring campaign field staff to mobilize public support for the DNC in Pasadena. Full time and leadership positions available. Earn $5,000-$8,000 this summer, gaining experience and working with great people in a job you can be proud of. Call 1-888-999-8852 or visit grassrootscampaigns.com/summerjobs.php
Students might have to get creative this summer and create their own opportunities.
