Summer Job Ideas for Kids
Disclaimer: Some of the following links are affiliate links. I make a small commission from some of the links on this site. You can read my full disclosure here.As kids grow up, small odd jobs can be a great way to teach lessons of hard work and the value of a dollar. Here are some summer job ideas for kids!
1. Have a lemonade stand
Lemonade stands are a classic and for a good reason. They are perfect for beginner businesses. Get creative and turn it into a smoothie stand, or make a different flavored lemonade! Gather ingredients, and use this opportunity to teach business concepts like cost of goods sold and marketing. Check out my free entrepreneurship for kids packet.
2. Babysit
Babysitting is a classic, and for a lot of girls, it can be their first job! As a tween, one of my favorite books was The Babysitter’s Handbook: The Care and Keeping of Kids by American Girl. It has a variety of babysitting how-to’s, from handling sibling squabbles to changing a diaper.
3. Sell personal items
If you have a garage sale, have kids put own belongings in there for a couple bucks.
4. Library page
Our local library begins hiring at 14. I worked as a page there for a year, which basically meant I put away books and other media. It’s a great beginner job!
5. Yard work
Raking leaves, planting flowers, or shoveling snow for neighbors is a great beginner job for kiddos. Whether it’s for a busy young family or an elderly person, help kids turn their skills and energy into some pocket change.
6. Housesit
Know a family out-of-town for a bit? Use this opportunity to housesit!
7. Create and sell crafts
Whether it be jewelry, cards or canvases, grow an entrepreneurial spirit by selling something they created! It’s a great way to teach finding a market, pricing, and social skills.
8. Have a bake sale
For graduation and wedding season, a young child with a talent for baking could find an excellent market!
9. Mother’s helper
Mom need help around the house? Especially for younger kids, pay a couple extra bucks for help with extra above-and-beyond chores around the house!
10. Cleaning cars
With summer carpool schedules, our cars get really dirty! Offer a service to sweep out cars and clean their interiors.
Very thoughtful ideas! I’m going to make my future kids try all of these:) Thank you Samantha!
Where are you from? From what age kids are allowed to work in your country? I may send mine to at least some part-time job. But a little bit later. Right now I need to find my own job.
I live in America. Kids can’t get traditional jobs until age 14, but they can do little small jobs like these!