Worried that the recession means fewer opportunities for summer jobs? Get some advice on how to find and land a great gig on this week's roundup of the web's best college admissions resource:
- CBCampus.com says employers are hiring at the same rate this year, but the competition for these jobs has risen. The hospitality and retail sectors will be employing the most seasonal workers.
- myUsearch offers practical advice on how to find a job through networking and online classifieds.
- Kidzworld gives a rundown of some traditional summer jobs for younger teenagers, including lifeguarding and dog-walking.
- Debt-free Scholar suggests several worthwhile, little-known pursuits (besides a job) that high schoolers can take on during their vacation. It's the perfect time, for example, to pick up a hobby or even start a small business.
- CampusCompare discusses the importance of internships and gives tips on how to land your first one.