Jobs During High School – Pros and Cons
“Many students and their families wonder about the potential benefits of working a job while in high school, particularly its impact on college applications and whether it can make a difference in the competitive world of college admissions.
Some experts say the pros of high school jobs outweigh the cons. That’s partly because connecting a college application to a specific passion or theme is critical — and a job is one of the many ways a student can do that.
If you’re a high school student contemplating a job alongside academics, here are some pros and cons to consider.”