HONOLULU (KHON2) — Summer jobs while we’re in high school is time-honored rite of passage for many. It’s where we discover where our talents truly lie and what we might want to do with the rest of our lives.
In Hawaiʻi, we have opportunities for summer jobs that many other places do not have.
But navigating the big world of employment can seem daunting for those just starting out for the first job.
KHON2.com went through the popular employment site, Indeed, to find out what jobs are being offered to our ʻōpio; and this is what we discovered.
These are the most popular jobs offered ranked from most abundant to least:
- Retail and customer service roles
- Positions such as sales associates, cashiers and retail assistants are widely available across various locations in Hawaiʻi.
- Food service positions
- Jobs including crew members at fast-food establishments, servers and bussers are in high demand. They offer flexible hours suitable for students.
- Youth program and camp staff
- Roles like camp counselors and youth leaders are offered by organizations such as the YMCA of Honolulu. These provide opportunities to work with children in summer programs.
- Internships and educational roles
- Intern positions in various fields, including administrative and educational support, are available for high school students seeking experience.
- Hospitality and tourism roles
- Seasonal positions such as park guides and retail associates at tourist attractions like Kualoa Ranch Hawai’i offer students a chance to work in the tourism industry.
These are the top jobs that are offered via Indeed for high school student summer jobs:
- Summer Camp Counselor: In this role, students can engage with children in recreational activities at local camps.
- Crew member at McDonald’s: In the fast-paced world of fast food, students learn to assist in food preparation and customer service.
- Servers/bussers/hosts: Students can learn to be a part of and support restaurant operations and customer seating.
- In-store and personal shoppers: Students can fulfill online grocery orders for customers or help customers find what they really need. It’s a great opportunity to explore ones more creative and organizational skills.
- Science teacher At Da Dream Lab: Students guide keiki in fun, easy experiments to teach basic scientific concepts. It’s a great way to discover if your child has a passion for teaching.
- Summer Sports Camp Counselor at Hawaiʻi United FC: Students can spend their summer outdoors and getting keiki active in sports.
- Swim instructor at YMCA of Honolulu: Students can have lots of fun teaching others how to swim and offering guidance. There are also lifeguard and youth aid opportunities.
- Seasonal park guide for the U.S. National Park Service: This job is more for those who just graduated and offers a great opportunity to explore the world of park service opportunities.
- Ice Cream Server/Cashier at Thrills Soft Serve: Serve desserts and handle transactions.
- Barista: Prepare beverages and maintain the café environment.
- Lifeguard: Lots of fun in the sun with an opportunity to ground students in the world of responsibility and oversight.
- Pool Attendant: Several resorts and hotels are looking for part-time summer help to oversee their pool areas. It’s outdoors and active for those students who needs physical and outdoor experiences.
- Golf Cart Attendant: Lots of golf courses need help managing their golf cart operations and assist members. Another great outdoor and person-centric experience.
These positions offer a range of experiences from customer service to outdoor activities and provide valuable skills and income during the summer months.