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Bringing Home the Bacon: The Coolest Summer Jobs

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Lindsey Roeder Student Contributor, Bentley University
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Kathryn Burgner Student Contributor, Bentley University
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Bentley chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.

We all know how important it is to make money over the summer in order to spend it all over the course of the year, so here are some of the best jobs a girl can get!
 
5)    Nanny
School is out, so working parents will be in need of babysitters. One of the best ways to get a little extra cash in the summer is to ask around the neighborhood to see if anyone is looking for a nanny.  You’ll get paid to play outside, watch TV, take daytrips…maybe they’ll even have a pool!
 
4)    Outdoor Waitress
This one is a red flag for those of you who have beach houses!  I’m a constant visitor to Sound View Beach in Old Lyme and The Pavilion always seems like the place to be!  You’ll make great tips because everyone there is in a great mood!

(http://www.journeyetc.com/travel-ideas/8-best-drinks-while-enjoying-the-beach/)
 
3)    Camp Counselor
If you’re good with kids this is an excellent opportunity for you.  I’ve had many friends who have done this for the summer and had a blast. It’s such a great job because you can make lots of lasting friendships and you’ll get a ton of great experience for your resume.
                  
2)    Lifeguard
Lifeguarding can be a hard gig to catch, but once you go through the training, swim tests, and obtain your certifications you’ll be loving your summer job.  Whether you’re on a beach or at a pool, you can soak up the sun all day (and it pays well!) Not to mention all the cute boys you’ll be working with…

(http://www.people.com/people/gallery/0,,20418156_20837778,00.html)

1)    Beverage Cart Girl on a Golf Course
This is my number one favorite summer job because it’s what I do (forgive me for giving into my biased opinion).  For the past two summers I’ve spent home I have spent my days driving around on a golf cart serving drinks to happy golfers with generous tipping habits. The better you get to know the men, the more you make.  Added bonus: rain=day off!

Nicole Kallis wrote Secrets of a Tee Time Girl to share all her funny stories, offer tips to golfers, and tell everyone about her wonderfulsummer job!

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Lindsey Roeder
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Kathryn Burgner

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Kathryn Burgner is a member of the class of 2013 at Bentley University and is majoring in Information Design & Corporate Communications, with minors in Marketing and Gender Studies. Kathryn is so excited to be a part of the Her Campus team and be the founder of Her Campus Bentley! Kathryn loves going to school near Boston, but she also loves her hometown of Dalton, MA, where she grew up in the Berkshires on a turkey farm. Kathryn loves singing, acting, dancing ballet, baking, & playing volleyball, and is interested in gender issues, fashion, and health & fitness. She is a founding member of the Masters of Bentley Acappella (MBAs) and enjoys being involved with the Women's Center at Bentley, Alpha Psi Omega Honorary Theatre Society, and Resident Assistance at Bentley. Kathryn aspires to work as an editor, social media professional, or marketing design professional in Boston, MA after her experiences at Bentley! Kathryn would like to thank her family and friends for their love and support towards all of her experiences and dreams.