Now that summertime is upon us, scores of high school and college students are in search of seasonal jobs. Here are just a few places that hire summer seasonal workers in the Hill Country.
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Find the Perfect Summertime Job in the Hill Country
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Call Centers
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With over 35 call centers in the Hill Country, there are plenty of employment opportunities available during the summer. Call centers such as QVC in San Antonio hire seasonal customer service representatives to support their busy season. With the average call center agent earning $11.50/hour, it is a great way to earn some summer fun money.
Amusement Parks
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Amusement parks hire hundreds of summertime employees to support the thousands of tourists that pay visit every day. Not only is it a fun and exciting place to work, most amusement parks offer employee discounts and free passes! From Fiesta Texas in San Antonio to Schlitterbahn in New Braunfels, and everywhere in between, there are plenty of amusement parks to find work at.
Retail Stores
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While the holidays are traditionally when retail stores hire more workers, summer also sees an increase in employee numbers. This is to ensure they have enough staff to meet the needs of tourists who are in town and looking for some retail therapy. Many tourists actually plan to visit popular malls, such as North Star Mall in San Antonio during their trip.
Summer Camps
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Every summer, thousands of parents joyfully send their kids off to camp. From church camps to sports camps to music camps, there are plenty of options to choose from. Even with such variety, the camps all have one thing in common: they need counselors. So why not take a job at a summer camp? Not only are you able to relive your childhood, you get paid while doing it. Total win-win situation!
Restaurants/Bars
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Many a student has supported themselves by working as a waiter/waitress or bartender. With the Hill Country being a huge tourist attraction, especially during the summer, most restaurants and bars will need extra hands on deck in order to make sure their thirsty customers stay refreshed. So, sign on up and get ready to earn some daily cash as you get to meet people from all over the world.
