Many students at SVHS are making BANK! But… how? We asked that same question. The answer is jobs, students are giving up their free time to get a job and make money. But how do they get these jobs? We went around asking people for advice on how to get a good job to start making money faster.
Most kids entering high school look for a job and a way to start making their own money. Sophomore Ryann Kallgren works at PC Industries had some advice for perspective employees. She said, “Find a local business and don’t be offended when you get an entry-level job. Don’t be afraid to ask questions. It’s better to do it right first than have to do it over and over again.”
Asking questions is an essential part of success. They help you communicate clearly with your employers and coworkers. Senior Layne Hubbard details cars and said, “Put yourself out there and be willing to do the hard jobs that others won’t. Build up your reputation.” It’s good advice to be creative, especially here in the valley where there are limited job options.
Many seniors take an elective called internship that gives them real-life experience in the workforce. The teacher who helps with this class is Mr. Lancaster, most people know him as Cooper Lancaster’s dad or the Criminal Justice teacher. He advised, “Try different jobs to explore what you might want to do as a career. Work hard and be where your feet are. Be present in the job, always seeking ways to gain new experience and be more productive.”
Working at a young age is very important because provides experiences that can help later in life. The internship class is a great way to start looking at jobs and getting an in-depth look at possible future jobs while still in high school and before having to pay to do it.
While getting a job is difficult, it pays off—in more ways than one— in the end. College Board, a non-profit organization that helps organize the SAT and AP tests, states, “Students who work are more confident and possess better time-management skills than students who are not employed.” Students who work at an early age can get real-life experience and prepare for the future.
