(Today’s post on Summer Jobs for Tweens is sponsored by T. Rowe Price and Scholastic. Any opinions or ideas are 100% my own.)
My oldest two kids are currently 11 and 15. Both old enough to do work, but one is too young to get an actual job yet. Even for my oldest, the jobs are limited due to age and state laws, and many are taken quickly.
Do you have tween or teen that is looking for some financial freedom from mom and dad’s wallet? Who wants to earn it with a little responsibility?
A summer job is a great way to do that. With a little effort and creativity, these summer jobs for young adults could start a nice savings account, or provide for a few months of fun!
Summer Jobs for Tweens and Teens
Lawn mowing and/or landscaping help for friends, family, and neighbors.
Babysitting for friends and family, or even for you if you work from home and have little ones like I do.
Washing Cars for friends, family, and neighbors.
Crafting and selling the products.
Holding a garage sale not only earns extra cash, but it also frees up space in the house!
Virtual Assistant if you or someone you know runs a blog or website, this is a great way to earn some extra money!
Lemonade and dessert stands are an old favorite, and a great idea to pair with a garage sale.
House cleaning for friends, family, and neighbors.
Dance studio helper if your child is a dancer and there are summer sessions or studio tasks they may be able to help.
Tutoring is a great summer job for kids that excel in certain subjects.
Extra chores are an easy way for tweens to earn money over the summer, and they don’t have to go anywhere to do it.
Outdoor projects like staining a fence, repairing a broken dog house, or cleaning out the garage.
Dog walking and/or pet sitting for people who’s pet your child is familiar with.
If your child is 15 or older, they may be able to lifeguard at the local pool or beach.
Kia says
These are all great Summer job idea for tweens. I am definitely pinning this for the future. Having your daughter as your VA is awesome!
Meagan says
Great ideas! I always earned my summer money babysitting and teaching piano. My hubby always helped with peoples yards!
Val says
What a great list of Summer jobs for tweens, loving the creative ideas so that tweens can learn the benefit of working hard for a dollar earned!
Aubrey says
These are GREAT ideas. i’ve been encouraging my almost 11 year old son to find a way to start earning extra money for what he wants.
Alicia says
Great list! My oldest just turned 8 and I’m having him help me with a couple things online along with household chores to earn an allowance.
Amy Desrosiers says
I am going to see if my 9 year old can help me online. Sounds like she might be mature enough to help me with chores.
Dawn Lopez says
This is a great list for tweens! Having money to save and spend is such an important life lesson that it’s better to start early.
Sarah says
What a great list. I don’t have tweens just yet but when I do, I’d love for them to earn some summer money.
Amy D says
When I was a tween I helped my mom do odd jobs for an extra buck or two. I’d also do babysitting jobs for extra money.
Janeane Davis says
It is important to teach kids the value of money, how to earn it and how to spend it ii a responsible manner.
Liz Mays says
Money management is a skill kids need to learn early on. I like your job suggestions. My daughter did a ton of babysitting and made great money, but these other ideas are awesome too.