While I do not have a lot of bills, I still have a few things I would like to buy or a couple things to pay for; how can I earn money this summer? Naturally, we would all like to start earning extra money at some point. And if making money has not been at the top of your list thus far, think of yourself as fortunate. Even young adults that have parents or guardians that help cover main expenses enjoy earning extra spending money for camp, outings, a car, phone or spending money. However you see yourself in the near future or whatever purpose you find yourself looking for work, know there are a ton of ways to earn money as a teenager! So, here is a little inspiration. First, I will begin with online opportunities. Now, before you begin, please check with your parents (yes, even if you are over 18) because you can find out what kind of internet security you have and whether or not these are worth your time. Do you really want to put in a ton of hours for a couple bucks? Some do because they are already online or have internet running 24/7 and etc. While others, it may be a complete waste of your time that could be better used and make you far more money.
Teen Zone: Summer Money$ (Online Options)
- Swagbucks
- Online Surveys
- Branded Surveys
- InboxDollars
- ySense (videos) (13+)
- Scrambly
- Honeygain
- Graphic Design
- Video Editing
- YouTube Channel
- Social Media Manager
- Social Media Content Creator
- Social Media influencer
- Fiverr (Odd jobs)
- Virtual Assistant
- Your Own Online Business (Marketplace, tasks,etc.)
- Etsy Shop
- Blog
- Design Logos
- Poshmark Sales
- Freelanace Writing
- Sell Stock Photos
- Flip on eBay
- Investment Accounts
- Cryptocurrency
- GPT Sites
- FreeCash
- Treasure Trooper
- Qmee
- MobileXpression
- Reklaim
- Ipsos Screenwise
- SurveySavvy
- Surf
- Invisibly
- Create an Online Course
- Open a Dropshipping Store
- Become a Freelancer
- Sell vintage clothing online
- Start a Podcast
The best part, these are NOT online! While there are places listed for surveys, watching videos, and such online; be sure to filter them through your parents or a safety net to be sure they are safe. AND many of the “odd tasks” are only pennies or a few bucks unless you go through an actual company that is reputable, invest in a demand skill and/or commit more full time hours.
Teen Zone: Summer Money$
- Sell Toys/ Clothes you do not use or want
- Collect bottles and cans
- Help people with technology
- Create and Sell your art
- Print on Demand Business
- Tournaments, games and competitions
- Wash Windows
- Clean Houses
- Door Dash
- Shop for Others
- Polish Shoes
- Run errands
- Paint Fences
- Build Bat houses
- Sell vegetable and flower starts
- Tilling Gardens
- Yard clean up
- Rake Yards
- Mow Lawns
- Clean Garages
- Cleaning Boats
- Be a campground host helper
- Clean Fish
- Walk in Parades/create floats for Businesses
- Sell Wood
- Babysitting
- Nanny
- House Sitting
- Pet Sitting
- Dog Walking
- Farm Help
- Animal Husbandry
- Cut and prune bushes & shrubs
- Find & Sell Collectables
- Collect scrap metals
- Paint addresses on mailboxes or in town
- Sell Golf balls
- Go metal detecting
- Collect valuable rocks or flotsam
- Groom Pets
- Take Care of Elderly
- Washing and Detailing Cars
- Gardening
- Get a Paper Route
- Deliver Pizza
- Bag groceries
- Landscaping
- Bowling alley work
- Weeding
- Scoop dog poop
- Water plants
- Rental Business (Grills, party tents, etc.)
- Create Websites for Local businesses
- Change oil, filters and/or brakes
- Sing/ play for weddings or special occasions
- Sell goodies at events
- Make and sell Birthday cards
- Make and sell knitwear
- Paid Chores
- Raise pets and sell them
- Raise Farm animals and sell them
- Create your own products
- Become a photographer
- Handyman
- Maintenance Service
- Filing & Office Work
- Summer Camp Counselor
- Become a Lifeguard
- Tutor Kids
- Give Music Lessons
- Get an Internship
- Wash Cars
- Become a DJ
- Golf Caddy
- Sell Baked Goods
- Monthly Garage Sale
- Make Gift Baskets
- Make Videos
- Edit Videos
- Write a book or web-comics
- Data Entry (Premise)
- Transcribing (REV, scribie)
- Act (backstage.com)
- Retail job
- Gym Worker
- Delivery Driver
- Barista
- Referee or Umpire
- Become a Personal Trainer
- Host a Party or Event and charge an entry fee
- Buy and Stock a vending machine
- Sell flowers
- Teach a class (an art or craft class)
- Dry Cleaner
- AirBnB host
- AirBnb Manager for someone with properties
- Get Paid to Walk (Sweatcoin)
- Sell something (handmade craft, resell jewelry, homemade ice cream, candy, taffy, and etc.)
- Learn a valuable skill and charge less to obtain the experience AND earn (book keeping, accounting, copywriting, writing, SEO, digital marketing and etc.)
Teen Zone: Summer Money$
While these are just a great start for a list, remember there are so many more options out there! However, I will add this, you only have 18 summers to enjoy before you HAVE to make money. And while making and having extra money is nice, so are amazing memories. So, while making money for camp and to put away for the future can be at the top of your list, be sure to add fun, creativity and great times too!