Career and Jobs Tips

Retail: One of the best part time jobs for 16 year olds is that of working in a retail store. Unfortunately, you may run into some complications along the way. Some retailers or even state laws prefer that children be a certain age to use machinery, such as a forklift for unloading trucks. In addition, some retailers prefer that teenagers be at least 18 years of age before working a cash register (due to the money). With that said, not all retailers have these limits. Moreover, there are plenty of other positions available, such as customer service, stocking, sales floor workers, and so forth.

Fast Food: Another one of the best part time jobs for 16 year olds is that of fast food. Yes, your teenager may originally cringe at the thought of working for Burger King, but it is a great job for newer workers. Fast food establishments are some of the most common employers of those in the age range of 16 to 18. Moreover, the hours tend to be more flexible than other jobs.

Babysitting: It is well-known to parents that teenagers make good babysitters. That is why babysitting is another one of the part time jobs perfect for 16 year olds. Teenagers are old enough to be responsible, but still young enough to know how to entertain a younger child. Although babysitting isn’t an official job (you won’t get a W-2), it does have the potential to become a profitable part-time job or even a profitable business. Advertise babysitting services through word-of-mouth, local newspapers, community bulletin boards, and classified websites like Craigslist.

Tutoring: Have a sixteen year old is who great at school? Does he or she get good grades? If so, you might have a tutor on your hands. Do a search on a classified website or have your teenager do it; you are sure to find parents who are looking for a high school or college student who is good at a subject like math, science, or a foreign language. Just like babysitting, this may not be an official part-time job, but it is a great way to make money. Advertise services through online websites, local newspapers, and word-of-mouth.

Summer Jobs: As you can imagine, summer jobs include a lot. But, these are some of the best part time jobs for 16 year olds because they take place in the summer. School isn’t in session meaning there is more time to work and a job will not interfere with homework, studying, or sports. Many towns, cities, and villages have jobs designed for teenagers, such as lifeguards, landscapers, summer camp counselors, and so forth.