Youth Summer Jobs Tip Sheet

by | May 7, 2025 | Employment

summer job tip sheet

🌞 Summer Job Tip Sheet for Youth and Students

Looking for a summer job in Quebec? The Summer Job Tip Sheet by YES is your go-to guide for landing meaningful work and gaining valuable experience—even if it’s your first job!

💡 What’s Inside

This free resource is packed with practical tips and tools to help students and young job seekers navigate the summer job market with confidence.

✅ How to Start Your Summer Job Search

  • Apply early to access more opportunities

  • Use your network—let friends, family, and teachers know you’re job hunting

  • Stay organized by tracking every job you apply for

🎯 Skills That Employers Value

  • Soft skills: teamwork, flexibility, reliability, and communication

  • Hard skills: data entry, Microsoft Word, POS systems, and bilingualism (EN/FR)

  • Tips on how to highlight your skills and experience, even without formal work history

🗣️ Interview Prep Tips

Get ready to answer common interview questions like:

  • What’s your availability?

  • Do you have vacation plans?

  • Are there any scheduling conflicts?

📍 Where to Find Summer Jobs

  • Online job boards: YES Job Board, Indeed, Jobillico, Workopolis

  • Government programs: Canada Summer Jobs, Young Canada Works

  • Local employers: camps, city jobs, restaurants, retail stores, lifeguarding, and more

  • Start your own business: babysitting, tutoring, pet care, lawn care, etc.

🤝 YES Can Help!

YES offers free CV reviews, interview preparation, and one-on-one employment counselling to help you succeed.
Visit our Job Board and explore our full range of services at yesmontreal.ca.

📅 Upcoming Workshops

Attend one of our upcoming informative workshops: Check out our full calendar of employment events.

Start your summer job search today with expert support from YES!
📞 Call us at (514) 878-9788 | 📧 [email protected]

Looking for a job? You don’t have to do it alone – we can help you succeed. Check out this page to find out how we can help!

You can also check out our Job Board! Click here to find open positions in Quebec as soon as they become available and apply directly.