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7 more options for part time jobs

As with full-time career positions, the more education and experience one, has the greater the options for part-time work. For practically any full-time job position there is probably a part-time counterpart. However, let's take a look at the more common part-time jobs that the average person can expect to find.

1 Retail positions such as cashier, stocker, sales clerk, etc. Retail establishments are open twelve to eighteen hours per day with many being open round the clock. Different times of the day are busier than others so it makes sense to use part-time people to augment the full-time people during these times especially when these times don't come in eight-hour blocks. Business also fluctuates by season, by time of week or month (grocery stores have more business on weekends than during the week, stores in areas with large numbers of people receiving Social Security or welfare benefits will see more business at the beginning of the month when Social Security and welfare checks are mailed than during other parts of the month) so having part-time workers whose schedules can be changed weekly helps with scheduling to accommodate periods of fluctuating demand.

2 Positions in the fast food and restaurant industry such as cashiers, waiters/waitresses, bus boys, dishwashers, hamburger flippers, etc. Business for companies in this industry fluctuates according to time of day, day of week and monthly. Restaurants are very busy during meal times but tend to be slow between meals so there is no need to be fully staffed all day. Also, especially in the fast food industry, people looking to work in these establishments generally want part-time work as they are going to school, care for children when school is out or generally don't want full-time work. This makes this industry another good one for part-time work.

3 Bank tellers. Here again, there are certain times of the day and certain days of the week that are busier than other so staffing fluctuates. Some banks do hire full time tellers and have them work a split shift say 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for early morning and lunch hour business. Then leave and return to work from say, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. for the after work crowd. Many people don't like such a schedule, thereby making this type of work a logical candidate for part-time workers.

4 Car washes. This is basically pure physical labor with no future in terms of a career. The hours are attractive for young people in high school or college looking to make some money but not work full-time.

5 College work-study programs. These are generally make-work type positions funded by the Federal Department of Education as a type of college financial aid. The student has to qualify for financial aid but the criteria is more liberal than for Pell Grants (free money from the taxpayers) or Federally subsidized student loans. The work hours are limited to 19.5 hours per week maximum and are scheduled to accommodate student's class schedules. Work varies but is usually light office work in college departments.

6 Temporary staffing agencies. These are companies who provide workers (usually office clerical work or labor positions) to companies on a short-term basis (anywhere from one day to several months). The companies need people to cover for workers who are on vacation or sick leave or to fill a vacant position until a permanent replacement can be found. This is part-time work in the sense that the worker can usually specify times they are not available and can turn down assignments that don't fit their schedules. However, the work day itself is usually a normal 8 hour day.

7 Bookkeeper for small businesses. This is moving up the education/skill ladder somewhat and the job sometimes requires being in business for yourself. The possibilities here are to work part-time for an accounting firm keeping the books of small business clients. Be hired as a part-time employee of one or more small businesses to work a couple of days a month or so balancing their books. Or, start your own business as a freelance bookkeeper and limit the number of clients you take on to fit the part-time hours you want.



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Seasonal Jobs that are cool, unsual and fun

Here are some of the best job sites for job-seekers searching for seasonal, fun, unique, unusual, and cool jobs

Are you an adventure-seeker? Looking for a seasonal job? Just want part-time employment? Need to work a second job? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this is the place for you because you'll find listings for cool jobs, unusual and unique jobs, seasonal jobs, odd jobs, part-time jobs, and more.

Lifeguardingjobs.com -- a great resource for job-seekers looking for lifeguard and other aquatic positions. Job-seekers can search by jobs, state, and county. Free to job-seekers.

MountainJobs.com -- dedicated to bringing together mountain employers with high quality job-seekers, where you can search for a wide variety of professional and unusual jobs and internships and read company profiles. Free to job-seekers.
ResortJobs.com -- where you can go and search for jobs by location or keywords and post your resume for employers to view. Free to job-seekers.

SeasonalJobs.net -- where job-seekers looking for seasonal employment can search for jobs (by position or location) and post your resume. Also includes additional seasonal employment resources. Free to job-seekers.

SeasonJobs365.com -- where job-seekers can find temporary work, summer jobs, winter jobs, working holidays, jobs abroad, ski and snowboard jobs, holiday reps, resort work, catering, and other seasonal work. Job-seekers can search or browse job listings by location or job type. Part of the One World 365 network of Websites. No cost to job-seekers.

SeasonWorkers.com -- a job site covering all aspects of worldwide working travel and seasonal recruitment -- including winter resorts, summer resorts, outdoor jobs, and TEFL positions -- where job-seekers can search job postings (by job category and country) and then apply directly to whichever one interests you. No cost to job-seekers.

SnagAJob.com -- where students (high school and college) can find part-time, summer, and seasonal jobs. Job-seekers can search by location or job type and then apply for the jobs you're interested in. Free to job-seekers.

SummerJobs.com -- where summer job-seekers can search by keyword or location for summer jobs. A very nice resource. Free to job-seekers.

ThemeParkJobs.com -- where job-seekers interested in working in the theme park industry can search for jobs (by keyword, location, and job type), register for a job search agent, and post your resume. Free to job-seekers.
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Summer Jobs Ideas

So you are a teenager, either in high school or college, and you are wondering, "It sure would be nice to have a job this summer..." You have a lot of options. In fact, you have a "bewildering array of options." You can work in restaurants, small businesses, retail stores, amusement parks, summer camps and so on. There is a job out there that fits almost anybody. The important thing is to recognize that you do have options. In recognizing them you gain the ability to explore your options. Here are a variety of things to think about during your exploration:

* You can do the normal thing--you can go apply for a job at the local fast food restaurant. This may not be a bad thing to do, depending on your attitude going into the job. If your attitude is, "I hate this job," then obviously you will get nothing out of it. If, on the other hand, you look at it as an opportunity to learn how a business works from the inside out, then you can get a lot out of it. Start gathering the knowledge and skill with your summer job. Try as many positions as possible and ask lots of questions about cash flow, staffing, inventory, etc. Keep in mind that there are lots of different kinds of restaurants: fast food, family dining, elegant dining, etc. They pay differently and appeal to different people. Look around at the options before making up your mind.

* You can work at a place like a amusement park that hires a lot of people in the summer. Again, attitude will control what you learn. You can learn an incredible amount about business and human nature in a job like this.

* You can work at a summer camp, resort, or vacation spot that hires lots of people in the summer. Ditto on the attitude. The advantage here is that you might have the chance to travel.

* You can volunteer at any number of places: hospitals, shelters, clinics, summer youth programs, etc. You won't make any money, but the experience can be invaluable.

* You can get an entry-level job with a small business and learn the business. Options are endless. Just open the business section of the phone book or drive around and see what is out there. Drive through small industrial and office centers and knock on doors. It will be helpful if you have a skill the business can use such as typing, computer skills, etc., but that is not necessarily a requirement. Again, make learning the key. What you are looking for is a small business that is interested in hiring an eager "gofer-type" employee and then showing you how the business works. Take what you can get and learn, learn, learn.

* You can enter a summer educational program. Many colleges and community colleges run summer classes. Go take some. Write around or talk to some guidance counselor at school and see what is out there. If nothing else you could join a "continuing education program" at a college or university and get a jump-start on college.

* You can look for summer intern programs at local companies. You can call your local or state government and see what you can find. Many states and municipalities offer summer job programs.

You can get a job anywhere and then spend the money to do something you really enjoy. For example, work at night and take pilot lessons during the day. Or work at night and explore a hobby or sport during the day. You can work for yourself. Create a summer job mowing lawns, taking care of kids, painting houses or whatever. well that is pretty basic but till you have other options being worked out, no harm in keeping yourself busy.

You can also hunt for opportunities on the web. Go to the directory of online resources and read other articles there on job skills, career options and so on. Use keywords like "jobs for minors" and "Summer jobs for minors" or "part time jobs for teens" in the big search engines and see what you find.
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Where Teens can Find Summer Jobs

There are any number of places where you can look for a good summer job:

* Local merchants: local stores often need good help – and not just in the summer.
* Small businesses: most towns have a number of small business offices – and your family or friends probably know several owners or office managers.
* Corporate offices: many have established summer jobs and internship programs, but often these are the most competitive.
* Stores at the mall: have a favorite store you like to shop at in the mall? Maybe now is the time to get a job there –- just be careful not to spend all your earnings buying their products.
* Hotels and resorts: summer is the busy season for most hotels and resorts.
* Tourist attractions: even if you don't live in Florida or California, most states have tourist attractions that especially need help during the busy tourism season.
* Golf & Tennis clubs: as the weather improves, these clubs are usually looking for part-time help.
* Grocery stores: maybe not the most exciting jobs, but probably the most convenient -– and not just for summer.
* Fast food and restaurants: local restaurants always need good help -– and while not the most glamorous, it's still a job.
* Parks and recreation departments: city, state, and national parks and recreation departments often develop special summer programs, and thus have job opportunities.
* Local government summer job programs: often various government agencies sponsor different kinds of summer youth work programs.
* Summer camps: okay, you went to camp as a kid – now you can go back as a counselor and get paid while being at camp.
* Working for yourself: there are all sorts of jobs/businesses you could develop for yourself in your neighborhood.
* The Web: especially if you want to work outside your neighborhood, or even your state, the Web is the place for you to explore all sorts of summer job opportunities.
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Teen and student jobs

So you’re in high school or college, and you’ve decided to get a job. Maybe your parents won’t pay for the new iPod you want, or maybe you need cash for clothes or car insurance. Either way, don’t just take the first job that comes along! Get the real deal on different teen jobs with our teen job buddies. Then take a look at our articles for good advice on your job search.

Food and restaurant jobs
Working in a restaurant doesn’t have to mean standing by a hot fryer all day. You can work the crowd as a host or hostess; learn amazing knife skills as a cook; or collect tips all over town as a delivery driver.

* Cook / Chef
* Delivery drivers
* Host & hostess
* Assistant managers

Retail jobs
Working retail is a rite of passage for many teens. The perks: a sweet store discount and a fun work environment. The downside: watching customers rumple up the shirts you just folded perfectly. Learn what retail jobs are really like in these articles.

* Cashiers
* Clothing store associates
* Merchandiser jobs
* Warehouse/store receivers

Customer service jobs
There are tons of jobs for teenagers that involve some kind of customer service, from housekeeping to amusement park admissions. If you’re friendly and can summon your inner Zen calm when dealing with demanding customers, service jobs are for you.

* Auto technicians
* Customer services
* Housekeepers
* Photo technicians
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Jobs for Teens

So what really defines a "typical teen job"?

If you're thinking a typical teen job is working at the local burger joint, you've only got a small piece of the picture. Teen jobs can include the "typical burger joint job" but it can also include great jobs -- jobs that give you some real world experience and teaches you career skills that can last a lifetime. Check out just a few ideas below:

Career Related Jobs

  • Interested in teaching as a career? Then tutoring students could make a great teen job.
  • How about a healthcare career? If so, check out the local hospital for job opportunities. Just the experience of being in a hospital job can go far.

Fun Jobs

  • If you're interested in having fun at your job, how about seeking out employers that do what you love. For example, do you love pets? Then go to the local zoo and soon you'll be surrounded by some of the most interesting and exotic pets around.
  • How about BMX? If you're all about the can-can, then naturally check out your closest bike shop.
Bottom line is that when searching for a teen job, it's easy to go after the "typical ones" but there's so much more out there. Learn new skills, discover your passions and make money!
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Starting off as Virtual Assistant

A Virtual Assistant does many different things. The area of expertise for a VA is going to depend on each individual. Most virtual assistants provide services to business owners that they do not have the time to do themselves such as checking and replying to emails, article submissions, website updating, forum moderation, transcribing audio, sending newsletters, and many more.

What skills are helpful?

To be a VA or to become one it is helpful to have some skills such as basic computer knowledge, time management, organizational skills, and self discipline. Self discipline is important because you need to be able to make yourself sit down and work even if you don’t feel like it; working from home there will always be ‘life’ to get in the way but with a little self discipline you can make it work.

Time management is another important area that you should have some area of skill in. You need to be able to manage your time well so that you can complete projects in a timely fashion; you want to have a pretty quick turn around time on projects if possible. Last but certainly not least is organizational skills. You have to keep your clients information organized so that you can easily access things such as instructions for ongoing projects, etc.

What tools are needed?

You want to have a phone line, computer, printer and high speed internet connection. A fax line is another option that you might want to consider. Depending on the services you will be offering you might also need Microsoft Front Page, Word, Excel, etc. The basic tools needed are the first few that were mentioned – phone line, computer, printer and high speed internet – but depending on the areas of expertise that you will be offering will help you decide on any additional tools that you might need.

How do you get started?

To get started as a virtual assistant you need to purchase a domain name and create a website (or have one built for you) explaining your services and what you offer. Get involved in some online networking groups so that you can get the word out about your business and so that you can build relationships with possible clients.

Finding that first client will be the hardest and probably most challenging aspect of creating your VA business but once you have picked up that client and done some great work for them keep in mind that word of mouth goes a long way! Happy clients will refer other people to you for your services!

Keep in mind that beginning a VA business, along with any other business is a process that will take time, dedication, discipline and the motivation to keep going. Many people expect to start a home based business and make money overnight but the reality is that it takes time to build up a business. Get involved in some online networking groups/forums where you can ask questions, receive feedback and encouragement and build some friendships. Find a mentor or someone that will help you through the process. Remember the saying – where there is a will there is a way!
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