How to Get a Summer Job in Two Weeks

The sun is shining, the air feels warm: it’s almost summer time! For many people – college and university students, high-school students, and adults – it’s also time to get a summer job. However, if you’ve waited this long to look, you know that time is not on your side. However, it’s really never too late. If you get all your ducks in a row today, you can get a summer job in just a couple of weeks so you can start earning money right away.

However, getting a summer job can be quite the competitive feat. After all, you’re up against a lot of people who are in the same position. You’ve got to stand out and you’ve got to persevere, because the search can be tough. Whether you're a student looking to fill your break with productive activities or someone seeking temporary employment, securing a summer job requires strategy, preparation, and a proactive approach. In this guide, we'll explore effective steps to help you land the perfect summer job.

Dust off your resume

No matter what type of job you’re looking for in the summer, you’re most likely going to need a resume. Polish your resume to highlight relevant skills and experiences. Even if you don't have prior work experience, emphasize your academic achievements, extracurricular activities, volunteer work, and any relevant coursework. Potential employers will be looking for what makes you different from other candidates, so be sure to tailor your resume for each job application to emphasize the skills and qualifications you bring to the table.

In addition to a resume, you may also need to put together a cover letter. In can seem intimidating, but a cover letter is really just a short summary of your experience along with an explanation of why you would be the best candidate for the job. However, not all jobs require cover letters, so you may not need to create one. You will, however, need a resume.

Identify your employment needs

There are hundreds of potential summer jobs you can do. Before you start your job search, it’s best to reflect on your skills, interests, and career goals to narrow down the type of summer job you're seeking. For example, do you want to work at a bar or restaurant, warehouse or factory, retail store or pop-up shop? These industries all hire for the summer, but the job and pay is pretty different for each profession.

Consider your strengths, whether they're in customer service, hospitality, tutoring, or any other field. Identifying your preferences will help you focus your job search on positions that align with your abilities and interests. If you’re highly organized and good at managing your time well, you may excel working in a factory or warehouse. If you’re a people person, then a summer job in the hospitality industry may be the right choice for you.

Reach out to your network

One of the best ways to land a summer job fast is to communicate your needs to people in your network. Tap into your network of friends, family, teachers, and acquaintances to uncover potential job opportunities. How? Inform them about your job search and ask if they know of any openings or can provide referrals. Networking can often lead to hidden job opportunities that aren't advertised publicly.

Even if the jobs are advertised openly, using your network may be able to give you a little boost. For example, someone you know may work in a factory or warehouse that is hiring for the summer months. While the company may be doing a public search for candidates, having an internal referral from your connection may help you get noticed above other candidates.

Get in touch with an employment agency

Employment agencies benefit candidates looking for work in many ways. Agencies are in touch with multiple employers at a time, so they are a good resource for finding all kinds of work – whether it’s temporary, permanent, full-time or part-time. Employment agencies also take care of some of the training for employers, such as safety training, so candidates are well prepared for their first day. Plus, employment agencies can place you with a company right away, so you likely don’t have to wait weeks or months during a complicated hiring process.

Noble Human Resources Solutions is an employment agency that specializes in placing highly qualified candidates in factories and warehouses in Mississauga, Brampton, Peel region, and the Greater Toronto Area. if you’re looking for any kind of work in that space, we’re the best people to call.

Make a plan for the future

While you may be looking for a summer job, don’t forget about what happens after the summer. For example, would you like to keep the job in the fall? Would you like another temp job during the winter season? Depending on your needs, consider talking with the employer about your future plans. Many employers hire for more than just the summer months and may be thrilled to know that you want to stay on after the summer or come back during another busy season. From an employer perspective, not having to train a new employee later on is a major benefit.

If you think about your future employment opportunities while looking for a summer job, you could save yourself a lot of headache and time in the coming months.

Want to land your dream summer job?



Are you ready to find your dream summer job? What are you waiting for? If you want to be working within two weeks – or just a couple of days – we can help! Contact Noble Human Resources Solutions to get hired for the summer by a factory or warehouse in your area. Just fill out the Job Seeker Form with your information and employment needs, and we’ll get back to you soon. The summer won’t last forever! It’s time to look for a job today.