Before diving into job listings, think about:

• Your Interests: What are you passionate about? What activities do you enjoy?
• Your Skills: What are you good at? What skills do you want to develop?
• Your Schedule: How many hours per week can you work? What are your availability preferences?

• Retail and Customer Service: Stores, restaurants, and cafes often hire high school students for various roles.
• Tutoring and Babysitting: If you excel in a subject or have experience with kids, these can be rewarding options.
• Internships and Volunteer Work: Gain experience and build your resume with internships or volunteer positions.
• Freelance and Gig Economy: Explore opportunities like freelance writing, graphic design, or pet sitting.

• Online Job Boards: Websites like Indeed, Glassdoor, and LinkedIn often list part-time opportunities.
• Local Businesses: Visit nearby shops, restaurants, or offices and ask about job openings.
• School Resources: Check out the FJ Student Job Opportunity website page for leads on local opportunities.
• Networking: Talk to family, friends, and Father Judge community members who might know about job openings.

 

• Resume: Prepare a simple resume highlighting your skills, experiences, and education.
• Cover Letter: Write a brief cover letter that explains why you’re interested in the job and what you can bring to the role.
• Prepare for Interviews: Practice common interview questions and be ready to discuss your skills and availability.

• Access job/career support, resume help, and local training through Philadelphia Works.

• Free, local, open to students 12–24.

• Explore opportunities ➝ Philadelphia Works Youth Services 

• Paid position ($21–23/hr) supporting younger students in civic clubs and Model UN.

• Flexible schedule: evenings & weekends make this ideal during fall and spring semesters.

• Apply here ➝ Youth Civic Engagement Mentor

• Volunteer or paid tutoring in creative writing & literacy for local youth.

• Recurs weekly and continues into fall & spring.

• Apply or find volunteer info ➝ Spells Writing Lab Programs

• Ongoing support, job training, and part-time employment for youth 12–24.

• Positions and workshops run year-round.

• Explore and apply ➝ Philadelphia Works Youth Services

• Join as a crew member preparing food, serving customers, and handling transactions.

• Flexible scheduling evenings and weekends.

• Typically hires ages 16+.
  Apply here → Dunkin’ Careers

• Serve customers, cook, or assist with orders in a fun team environment.

• Great for beginners with part-time availability.
  Apply via → Pizza Hut Bensalem

• What it is: A career exploration and paid internship program for Philadelphia students. Connects teens to jobs, mentoring, and real-world skill development in fields like health care, education, and skilled trades.

• Why it’s good for students: Many roles are paid, offer career exposure, and run during the school year or summer—great for building your resume before graduation.

• Age requirement: 14–21

• Pay: Varies by program (many are paid internships)
  Apply ➝ C2L-PHL Opportunities

Find different types of apprenticeships available, as well as how and where to apply. 

To view the guidebook, please click this link.