Shane Hewitt & the Nightshift crew explore the theme of "best summer jobs for kids," sparked by research suggesting youth struggle to find work—an idea the host challenges, emphasizing young people's desire to earn. Through listener stories and personal reflections from producers Tony and Noah, the conversation highlights a range of impactful summer jobs, from fast food and construction to camp counseling and golf course work, underscoring the value of early work experiences in building skills and character.
The “Summer Jobs” conversation continues as Shane Hewitt speaks with Candy Ho, a faculty member in Educational Studies at KPU and career development expert about the best summer jobs for youth, reflecting on the freedom and life lessons gained from early work experiences. Candy shares insights on entrepreneurship, networking, and skill-building, encouraging young people to be intentional in their job search and advising parents to support even short-term roles as valuable stepping stones.
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Originally aired on 2025-07-09
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