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  1. How to Write a College Essay about a Summer Job

    We love jobs. We love summer jobs, and we love after-school jobs. We love part-time jobs, and we love seasonal jobs. We advise nearly all of our students to get a summer job that pays real money to do real work, as opposed to an internship — which is also good but different. Many colleges even prioritize applicants who have real-world work experience, so getting a job pays you at work and in ...

  2. How to Write a College Essay about a Summer Job

    5. Be authentic. When writing a college essay about a summer job, it's important to be authentic and genuine. Avoid trying to sound overly impressive or exaggerating your experiences. Instead, focus on telling the story of your summer job in a way that is truthful and genuine. One way to be authentic is to write in your own voice.

  3. Personal College Essay: My Summer Working Retail at the Mall

    Alice was a student applying to Ivy League colleges. When she saw the essay prompt to write about something "impactful," she decided to go with what felt most natural to her—what she learned over the summer working retail. While essays are just one part of your admissions package, they are a chance for the admissions officers to get to ...

  4. The Lessons I Learned from Working at a Swimming Pool

    Published: Jul 18, 2018. During the summer of 2007, I worked at a swimming pool, coaching the swim team, giving swim lessons, and lifeguarding. Early on, I realized that this summer job would demand more from me, and in turn give back a lot more, than I had initially expected. By the time summer was over, I had discovered that this experience ...

  5. Tips to turn your work experience into a college essay, resume bullet

    Editor's note: This is the one in a series offering expert tips on how teens can use their summer job experiences to craft a winning college application essay or resume bullet point.

  6. How to Write About Your Summer Internship in a College Essay

    Tracking your growth over the course of your internship is the perfect first step to formulating a compelling and personal narrative for your college essay. 2. Pay Attention to Professional Conversations. Take note of how professionals who have already established a place for themselves in the workplace act when talking to other professionals.

  7. 12 Strategies to Writing the Perfect College Essay

    Don't Repeat. If you've mentioned an activity, story, or anecdote in some other part of your application, don't repeat it again in your essay. Your essay should tell college admissions officers something new. Whatever you write in your essay should be in philosophical alignment with the rest of your application.

  8. How to Highlight a Summer Job on Your College Application

    2. College Essay/Personal Statement. You may choose your summer job as your college essay topic. The purpose of the essay is to tell admissions counselors something that isn't reflected in any other part of the application and give the them a sense of your character, personality and interests. Your essay should not simply describe your job.

  9. How to turn a ho-hum summer job into a killer college essay, resume bullet

    Editor's note: This is the first in a series offering expert tips on how teens can use their summer job experience to craft a winning college application essay or resume bullet point .

  10. How to turn summer construction job into college essay, resume bullet

    FOR SUBSCRIBERS: Another example of turning a ho-hum summer job into a killer college essay, resume bullet FOR SUBSCRIBERS: 13 new dining spots to check out in Westchester, Rockland and Putnam

  11. 14 College Essay Examples From Top-25 Universities (2024-2025)

    College essay example #1. This is a college essay that worked for Harvard University. (Suggested reading: How to Get Into Harvard Undergrad) This past summer, I had the privilege of participating in the University of Notre Dame's Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program .

  12. Can I write about my summer job for personal college essay?

    This /r/ApplyingToCollege sister subreddit is for anyone looking for people to review their college application essays (a.k.a. personal statements) and give feedback! For other questions about college admissions, visit /r/ApplyingToCollege, /r/SAT, /r/ACT, etc.

  13. Why Summer is the Perfect Time to Write Your College Essay

    Get Writing! Summer is the ideal time to work on your college essay. Even if you don't finish it, you'll make major headway and free up time for working on other parts of your applications and school work. Now that you have time and less pressure, you'll be able to get more done. So get to it!

  14. How are y'all getting summer jobs? : r/ApplyingToCollege

    r/ApplyingToCollege is the premier forum for college admissions questions, advice, and discussions, from college essays and scholarships to SAT/ACT test prep, career guidance, and more. How are y'all getting summer jobs? I've applied to 200+ jobs (retail/fast food) on Indeed, and absolutely nothing.

  15. Summer Job for College Students: Overview of Full Guide

    2. Attend Job Fairs - Many colleges and universities host job fairs throughout the year, including during the summer months. Attending these events can be a great way to meet potential employers and learn about job openings. Be sure to bring copies of your resume and dress professionally. 3.

  16. The pros and cons of summer jobs

    i never had a summer job, but in my opinion it´s important to have this experience, because sometimes when i am in holidays, i have a lot of free time, and is a little frustrating, because in spite of be losing time, i could be winning some money and learning about how is have the responsibility of a job or meet a schedule.And this include things like wake up earlier, .And could be good for ...

  17. How to Spend Your High School Summer

    An Engaged Summer. Take this Strengths Test. It'll take you about 15 minutes. Then, build/focus on activities that engage those strengths, and practice reframing experiences in terms of those strengths. If you're going to have a summer job or internship (more on those in a bit), focus on those that allow you to engage more of your top ...

  18. How to Write an Application Essay for a Summer Program

    Step 7: Edit and proofread your essay. Review your essay for clarity, grammar, and spelling errors. Proofreading is key when writing an application essay for a summer program. Consider asking teachers, peers, or mentors to review and provide feedback. Make sure your essay is polished and error-free.

  19. How to Work on College Essays this Summer

    Ah, summer. The perfect time for sun, pool parties, and working on your college applications. Yep! Summer is the perfect opportunity to start working on your college prep, especially the essay! To work on your college essays during the coming weeks, follow these tips: Write Down Application Deadlines. If you have a planner, the first thing you ...

  20. Career Fairs

    For more tips, advice and practice on networking and career fair preparation, schedule an appointment with a Career Advisor on Handshake or contact Career Services at [email protected] or 208-885-6121. Each year Career Services brings hundreds of employers to campus to network with, interview and hire U of I students and alumni.

  21. Work Opportunities

    While pursuing their degree, most candidates are able to simultaneously gain management experience through involvement in weekly meetings, training, and office activities. Upon graduation, the best candidates may be offered a career opportunity as a district manager with Vector. Vector Marketing offers flexible schedules that accommodates your ...

  22. $11-$17/hr Summer Jobs in Moscow, ID (NOW HIRING) Sep 2024

    Summer Internship-Gardening - Hailey. University of Idaho Moscow, ID. $17 Hourly. Full-Time. Job Duties/Responsibilities Assisting with summer programs (specifically for gardening) with youth and adult groups. Leading educational gardening workshops for youth and adults.

  23. Summer Jobs jobs in Moscow, ID

    Troy, ID 83871. From $14 an hour. Full-time + 2. 20 to 40 hours per week. Monday to Friday + 3. Easily apply. 4 day work weeks, during summer, at full pay, for full-time employment. We have an extensive line of existing products and continue to create new designs…. ·.