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Finding high paying seasonal jobs as a student

I'm a high school junior looking for high paying seasonal job opportunities. Any suggestions on where to find such jobs? Which industries typically offer better pay during the holiday season?

a year ago

Depending on your interests and skill sets, there are several industries that typically offer higher pay during the holiday season. One such area is retail, where there is typically higher demand during celebratory and shopping seasons like Christmas and Black Friday. Companies often hire extra help for the surge in sales around these times, so positions like sales associates, cashiers, or even stock associates could be options.

Another industry that often experiences a surge in demand during the holidays is the hospitality sector, which includes restaurants, hotels, and event venues. They often need extra staff to handle the influx of guests and events during the holiday season, offering roles like table servers, banquet staff, or hotel front desk associates.

You might also want to consider postal or package delivery services, as these see a significant increase in volume during the holiday season due to gift exchanges. Companies such as UPS, FedEx, and even Amazon often hire seasonal workers for roles such as delivery drivers or warehouse associates.

One more option could be tutoring. With finals and end-of-semester exams falling around the holiday season, many students seek out tutors in various subjects. If you excel in a particular subject area, offering your services as a tutor can be a lucrative endeavor.

Remember, although these jobs can offer more income during the holiday season, they may also require you to work on holidays and weekends, due to the nature of these industries' demands. Be sure to think about the commitment these jobs may require in addition to your school workload and any other extracurricular activities you may be involved in.

a year ago

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