For teenagers, a summer job is a rite of passage and a chance to earn some cash.
But this year, it also will be a pretty hot commodity.
The tight economy and upswing in unemployment mean there are more job- seekers and fewer jobs. And those with little to no job experience are going to have to work even harder to secure a spot.
The job-search Web site SnagAJob.com found in a recent survey that 73 percent of managers are expecting more applications than last summer, but 23 percent expect to hire fewer people than last year.
Of course, that’s not to say finding a summer job is impossible.
But especially for teens, it’s going to require lots of time, dedication and perseverance — and that’s before the first day of work.
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