by handing out posters in their neighborhoods. That helps

by handing out posters in their neighborhoods. That helps younger people earn money.” Before school is over, look around for job listings posted by the guidance office. Some businesses will ask schools to list them for students to contact about jobs such as child care, yard work, and others. Ask school guidance counselors and teachers if they know of any summer jobs, Mr. McDaniels continued.

Always check the classified ads in newspapers. Companies that hire people for summer work will advertise and tell whom to contact to apply for openings.

Go to the employment office of large businesses that might be hiring temporary summer workers and ground-maintenance workers, Mr. Fiel said.

Older teen-agers might consider going to where there is summer work, said Mr. McDaniels. There are many places in Virginia that have seasonal work. Many resort areas,,beach areas, parks and tourist attractions will hire teen-agers for many types of jobs.

But also remember, when you travel to work, it could get more expensive to live there than at home. Some youngsters who go to a resort area usually earn enough for all their needs and some extra for the school year. But for many of them, the experiences and education of living and working away from home are the most valuable parts of the summer job.

Go to places that are regularly seeking help. Many businesses have a high turnover rate for entry-level jobs and are often seeking help. Check them out several times.

Go to places that are offering what interests you or that take advantage of skills you have. If you are interested in sports, try the local recreation department; music, try the music store; If you like the outdoors, try the buildings and grounds department of local industries or a nursery business. If you like writing, contact newspapers.

“When you can get a job doing what you like to do, the chances are good you will enjoy the job - a good situation when you are selecting an f occupation,” said Mr. McDaniels. Summer employment might offer a chance to try a job you think you might enjoy as a career.

Mr. McDaniels has been helping Virginia youngsters to learn what kind of work interests them for many years. For the past 10 years he has directed the Virginia VIEW program - the Virginia Information Delivery System. This is a program that helps people learn about jobs and the education and skills they require. It also is a way to help youngsters assess their own skills.

The Virginia VIEW program is available in 1,200 locations in high schools and community colleges across the state.

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