Rewarding part time jobs? (future uni student)

[lalalalala]

So far I've only worked at Timmy's for a summer a few years back. I smelled like concentrated coffee everyday which I assure you is nothing like the aroma of freshly brewed coffee. That wasn't really the downside. More like time didn't pass by fast enough and well, I really don't like how rushed it was (I know a bit contradictory).

Then I'm working at Zellers. When I was at fast food I thought retail would be much better. What could be more relaxing (relatively) then folding clothes? >_>; Though I didn't imagine that would be all I'd be doing.

Before I appear to be ungrateful to have a part time job in this recession I would just like to say ask, aren't there more fulfilling jobs for teens? I mean, I will earn min. wage I might as well try to make the best of it. I would really like a job where I can talk and help customers, and even make a small difference.

If I can't be intrinsically satisfied, then what are some slightly better paying jobs? The only one I know of is golf courses...

Oh and a job with less burning, aching feet would be nice b/c IMO the best would alternate btw standing and sitting... but perhaps that's asking too much. LOL.

Thanks for relevant suggestions :D

[mtl514]

Call centers? General office work? What are you interested in? Gaming? Sports? Just apply in those fields for anything.

[lalalalala]

Call centers from what I've heard requires you to maintain quota. And frankly, I myself am opposed of some of the most popular choices (Bell, Rogers).

I would like a job at EB Games but generally I've seen few girls (make that more like none) working there and the stores usually has one maybe two employees top. And frankly, I don't want to be discriminated or harassed...>_>; I'll think about getting a job at Bestbuy seasonal. Perhaps even Canada Computers once I polish up my computer knowledge.

[Error916]

As obvious as this it, can you enter into something you are studying? Surely what you study promotes interest to an extent and any relevant experience off that should be half decent. Or at least in theory...

[Justin]

I am a student with one year of university left. During the summer I am working full time at an insurance office and also got a part time job at Home Depot. Working at the Home Depot is kind of fun. There are many employees so it is easy for them to be flexible around your schedule. Starting wage is $11/hour at the store I work at.

[fillin']

My recommendation is to do as many 'weird' and 'uncommon' jobs as possible. Once you hit university, you'll be spending all your time looking for jobs relating to your field. Weird jobs teaches you different skills and lets you see the world in a different view.

For example I've worked as :

Warehouse general labour
Larvicider (still got my pesticide license)
Usher and ticket taker
Saturday school teacher
And currently I'm serving alcohol on my university grounds.

[tdott]

I worked as a marketing rep all thru uni.

I was a rep for one of the printer/computer companies.
You get paid good money to visit Bestbuy/future/staples and promote their products.

They also send you free sample to use, and lean you printers and other equipment.

Hours are evening and weekends, During Christmas there is lots of extra hours too, so after your exams, you'll have more hours to work.

But you will need access to a car and be able to cover a certain area.

[BananaHunter]

Bestbuy and Home Depot seem like good ideas if you want to help people. Of course, you have to be somewhat knowledegable about the products. Also, they pay above min wage.

Teaching is pretty rewarding but you might have trouble selling your services right now since you're not a uni student.

Call centres are a good choice imo. You learn to speak better and develop ways to deal with retards/pricks.

Waitering is good money especially if you're good looking. TIPS!

[angekfire]

Waiters get to deal with customers all the time, might be a good job for you. Or even as a hostess, you'd get to seat people and such.

I knew a few people who worked at the hospital while going to university. Pretty good pay, but hard to get in to.

Lots of people worked security, but it was boring.

I also knew a few people who worked at retirement homes. I don't think the pay is fantastic, but you'd get to deal with people, and you would be helping people.

[dubjk]

I would like a job at EB Games but generally I've seen few girls (make that more like none) working there and the stores usually has one maybe two employees top. And frankly, I don't want to be discriminated or harassed...>_>; I'll think about getting a job at Bestbuy seasonal. Perhaps even Canada Computers once I polish up my computer knowledge.

my local EB, there are several girls working. Usually its 2 girls, one is at cash, the other is usually arranging the shelves. You're right that its rare, but not impossible.

[mgronqui]

Movie theatre for the amazing perk of getting free movies to watch in your down time.

[shannn]

I personally find working with kids to be very rewarding. I've been working with kids of all ages and abilities since I was 13 :eek:

Camp counselling can be a lot of fun according to my friends.

[yiujun]

hm.. this may sound weird for some, but how about a bank teller?
i worked at a smaller branch and everyone was part-time there and under 30, so we all made friends. during down-time we would just chat and stuff, and during busy times we spent our time interacting with customers and stuff. since my branch is smaller some people come in everyday and you actually get to know them a bit better once you've served them a few times.

the job may get a bit repetitive but the longer you're there the more responsibilities you get.

and don't think you need to be old to work as a bank teller. i know some guy who started when he was grade 11. i started in uni year 2, around 18 years old.

[lalalalala]

What are the qualifications for a bank teller?

Thanks for all the replies. I'm thinking that maybe I'll just get a job at Uni (UTSC). I'll meet people which I think well offset the min. wage. Besides, I don't think the uni will be as strict as say a manager...