Tips on finding summer jobs for teens

西安高新第一中学 李红娟

难词探意

1.halfheartedly /'hɑːf'hɑːtɪdli/ adv.不认真地

2.flexible /'fleksəbl/ adj.灵活的

3.desirable /dɪ'zaɪərəbl/ adj.可取的；值得做的

Summer break provides teens with an opportunity to get away from the boring life of going to school, to visit friends and have fun with them, and to make a little extra money.The summer job market for teens can be highly competitive.Halfheartedlylooking for a job is the quickest way to get turned down over and over.Here are some tips on finding summer jobs.

Take time to think about the types of jobs that are suitable for you.Look at the skills required for each.Then compare these skills with those you already have.The closer the match, the more likely you will enjoy your summer job while building agood reference for future jobs.

Understand why you want to work and determine where to apply.Do you want to earn extra money for something special, or do you need a job to make ends meet? Are you looking for a job where your friends work, so you can be with them? These are just a few of the questions you need to answer before starting your job search.

When you're searching for a summer job, look for help beyond the wanted signs.Let your family,neighbors and teachers know that you're looking for a job.And even if a business doesn't have a sign or advertisement indicating that they are looking for help, stop by and ask a manager.You might fill in an application anyway, which could lead to a position in future.

Beflexibleand creative when you're looking for a summer job.Ice cream shops, restaurants, grocery stores and movie theaters commonly hire students.You might take a job that has lessdesirablehours or that you don't necessarily enjoy.However, summer jobs don't last forever.You can still build your skills and experience while making money.

Reading Check

1.What must you consider before starting your job search?____

2.What should you do if a business doesn't have a wanted sign or advertisement?

Language Study

Sentence for writing

The closer the match, the more likely you will enjoy your summer job while building a good reference for future jobs.竞争越激烈，你就越有可能享受你的暑期工作，同时你也在给未来的工作建立一个良好的参考。

【信息提取】本句的结构为“the+比较级，the+比较级”，第一个“the+比较级”为状语从句，第二个“the+比较级”为主句。

【句式仿写】你越用功，进步就越大。