Summer Jobs! Survey

2. Would any of the following be a “dealbreaker”, a.k.a. something that would prevent you from taking a summer job? Check all that apply!

Would any of the following be a “dealbreaker”, a.k.a. something that would prevent you from taking a summer job? Check all that apply! An ugly uniform or restrictive dress code A ban on certain hair colors, piercings, or tattoos Missing out on a family vacation Missing out on major summer social events	No coworkers my own age Physical labor (like mopping floors, taking out garbage, etc.) The job is unpaid (like volunteer work or an internship)
Other (please specify)

3. Would any of the following perks sway you to take a job? Check all that apply!

Would any of the following perks sway you to take a job? Check all that apply! Transportation, like subway or bus fare, gas money, or free rides to work Discounts on merchandise or services Free or discounted meals Mentorship program	School credit Breaking into an industry or career path I’m interested in Free access to technology Flexible schedule
Other (please specify)

4. What percentage of your friends will be working for pay this summer?

What percentage of your friends will be working for pay this summer? All of us!

More than half

Fewer than half

I’m the only one!

5. Do you have a job lined up for this summer? Check all that apply!

Do you have a job lined up for this summer? Check all that apply! Yup—I’m working for pay.

Yes—I’m an unpaid intern or volunteer.

Not yet, but I plan to find some work.

I don’t have an official job or internship, but I’m contributing to my family in some way.

I’m busy with other activities (for example, summer school, sports, camp, rehearsals).

I don’t plan on working this summer, with or without pay.

6. Summer income can add up and leave you feeling like a millionaire come September! In your opinion, how important is it to save up for the following things?

7. What are some of the rewards you want to come from your work experiences?
Check all that apply!

What are some of the rewards you want to come from your work experiences? Check all that apply! Finding a mentor Building a strong network of coworkers Gaining more trust and responsibility with finances Confidence in dealing with the public	Having new knowledge and skills to use in future jobs Expanding my social circle Earning some cash!
Other (please specify)

8. It’s normal to feel nervous about taking the risk of starting a new or first job. What are your biggest fears? Check all that apply!

It’s normal to feel nervous about taking the risk of starting a new or first job. What are your biggest fears? Check all that apply! Not getting along with my supervisor Not getting along with my coworkers Handling money or purchases Working with the public	Making mistakes Not picking up knowledge or learning skills quickly enough Killing my social life!
Other (please specify)

9. You might have to go on an interview to land your summer dream job or internship. Imagine you’re at an interview and your potential employer asks, “Why are YOU the right candidate for this job?” What would you say?

You might have to go on an interview to land your summer dream job or internship. Imagine you’re at an interview and your potential employer asks, “Why are YOU the right candidate for this job?” What would you say?

10. The Girls Inc. Girls’ Bill of Rights states, “Girls have the right to prepare for interesting work and economic independence.” How do you think a summer job or internship can help YOU put this right into action?

The Girls Inc. Girls’ Bill of Rights states, “Girls have the right to prepare for interesting work and economic independence.” How do you think a summer job or internship can help YOU put this right into action?

Of the following popular summer jobs for teens, which would be your ultimate summer dream job(s)? Amusement park employee Babysitter or nanny Bicycle or engine repairer Camp counselor or staff Coach, umpire, or referee Entrepreneur running my own business Farm worker Hospital volunteer House painter or rehabber	Ice cream scooper Intern exploring a future career possibility Landscaper, lawn mower, or gardener Lifeguard Office worker Park employee Restaurant worker Retail salesperson Tutor
Other (please specify)

	Super Important	Somewhat Important	Not Important at All
Short-term savings (like spending money for the school year)	*Summer income can add up and leave you feeling like a millionaire come September! In your opinion, how important is it to save up for the following things? Short-term savings (like spending money for the school year) Super Important	Short-term savings (like spending money for the school year) Somewhat Important	Short-term savings (like spending money for the school year) Not Important at All
Long-term savings (cash saved for education or other future goals)	Long-term savings (cash saved for education or other future goals) Super Important	Long-term savings (cash saved for education or other future goals) Somewhat Important	Long-term savings (cash saved for education or other future goals) Not Important at All
Books	Books Super Important	Books Somewhat Important	Books Not Important at All
Clothing	Clothing Super Important	Clothing Somewhat Important	Clothing Not Important at All
Extracurricular activities (equipment, supplies, and/or lessons)	Extracurricular activities (equipment, supplies, and/or lessons) Super Important	Extracurricular activities (equipment, supplies, and/or lessons) Somewhat Important	Extracurricular activities (equipment, supplies, and/or lessons) Not Important at All
Gadgets (like iPods, cell phones, or cameras)	Gadgets (like iPods, cell phones, or cameras) Super Important	Gadgets (like iPods, cell phones, or cameras) Somewhat Important	Gadgets (like iPods, cell phones, or cameras) Not Important at All
Media subscriptions (like Netflix or magazines)	Media subscriptions (like Netflix or magazines) Super Important	Media subscriptions (like Netflix or magazines) Somewhat Important	Media subscriptions (like Netflix or magazines) Not Important at All
Music	Music Super Important	Music Somewhat Important	Music Not Important at All
School supplies	School supplies Super Important	School supplies Somewhat Important	School supplies Not Important at All
Shoes and accessories (including jewelry, makeup, and bags)	Shoes and accessories (including jewelry, makeup, and bags) Super Important	Shoes and accessories (including jewelry, makeup, and bags) Somewhat Important	Shoes and accessories (including jewelry, makeup, and bags) Not Important at All
Special events (like concerts or sporting events)	Special events (like concerts or sporting events) Super Important	Special events (like concerts or sporting events) Somewhat Important	Special events (like concerts or sporting events) Not Important at All
Transportation (from bus or subway fare to car expenses)	Transportation (from bus or subway fare to car expenses) Super Important	Transportation (from bus or subway fare to car expenses) Somewhat Important	Transportation (from bus or subway fare to car expenses) Not Important at All
Vacations	Vacations Super Important	Vacations Somewhat Important	Vacations Not Important at All
Contributions (for example, to my faith organization or a charity or cause I support)	Contributions (for example, to my faith organization or a charity or cause I support) Super Important	Contributions (for example, to my faith organization or a charity or cause I support) Somewhat Important	Contributions (for example, to my faith organization or a charity or cause I support) Not Important at All
Helping out with family obligations (like food, housing, or tuition costs)	Helping out with family obligations (like food, housing, or tuition costs) Super Important	Helping out with family obligations (like food, housing, or tuition costs) Somewhat Important	Helping out with family obligations (like food, housing, or tuition costs) Not Important at All

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