Summer is the perfect time to find temporary jobs that do not require a college degree, ideal for earning extra money, gaining experience or simply taking advantage of free time. These jobs often offer flexible schedules, intensive or shift work, and are well suited to young people, students or people without higher education.
Here’s a selection of 20 summer jobs that don’t require a college education:
1. Ice cream sales clerk.
Classic summer job: customer service, ice cream preparation and collections.
🏖️ 2. Lifeguard (with first aid course)
Surveillance at beaches or swimming pools. Basic certification is usually required.
☀️ 3. Brand promoter at events or beaches.
Deliver samples, animate activities or represent summer brands.
4. Waiter/waitress in terraces and beach bars.
High demand in beach bars, terraces and festivals.
🎡 5. Fair or amusement park personnel.
Attraction management, ticket sales or fast food.
6. Event or concert hostess.
Access control, public assistance or logistical support.
7. Cleaning staff in tourist accommodations.
Hotels, apartments or campsites reinforce their workforces in summer.
8. Beach hawker (water, glasses, etc.)
Ideal for dynamic people. Permits required in some areas.
🚲 9. Delivery person on bicycle or motorcycle.
Deliveries of food or products in tourist areas.
🍽️ 10. Kitchen assistant or dishwasher.
Basic positions in restaurant kitchens during the high season.
🛍️ 11. Shop assistant in souvenir or clothing stores.
Especially in tourist areas, airports or shopping malls.
12. Crew on ferries or tourist boats (basic positions)
On-board assistance, snack sales or passenger assistance.
13. Animator in hotels or campsites.
Organize games, shows and activities for children or adults.
🚗 14. Car wash or vehicle cleaning personnel.
Exterior and interior car cleaning businesses grow in summer.
15. Gardener or outdoor maintenance.
Ideal for those who enjoy physical work outdoors.
🎟️ 16. Ticket taker at cinemas or festivals.
Ideal for those looking for a simple, customer service job at events.
🍇 17. Fruit picker in season.
Physical outdoor work, perfect for summer or fall agricultural campaigns.
18. Order picker for online stores.
Ideal for organized and fast people, in warehouses or logistics centers.
🧃 19. Street vendor selling drinks or snacks.
Perfect for those who want quick income in busy, touristy areas.
🏕️ 20. Camping staff (reception, maintenance, animation)
Varied option for young people who enjoy natural surroundings and dealing with the public.
💡 Tips on how to get a summer job without schooling:
- Prepare a simple resume highlighting your attitude and availability.
- Search early (between April and June).
- Be flexible with schedules and willing to learn quickly.
- Use temporary job portals and social networks.
With attitude, responsibility and some initiative, it is possible to find well-paying jobs without a college education. Summer can be a great opportunity! ☀️💼
