Actually, most everything listed below you can do during the school year, too. However, these options are frequently done during the summer, because students simply have more time.

• Internships - Take an internship at a company to gain experience in a field you're interested in pursuing later. Some internships pay very well, some can be done for Carleton credit, and others may require a part-time job so you can support yourself.
• Research Opportunities - Carleton offers many opportunities for research both on campus and off campus. Check here for all options availible.
• Working Abroad - Many students work abroad, allowing them to go to places they've always wanted to, and make some money as well! Check out our pages for all seven continents!
• Junior Fellowships - Get paid for educational experiences the summer after your junior year! A great way to do something interesting, wild, or adventurous, and still earn money, too.

Summer jobs differ from internships in that they are usually not focused on educating you about a career field or helping you gain skilled experience. However summer jobs are:

• A good way to gain work experience
• Often paying
• Sometimes fun
• Educational in their own way

Resources

• Carleton's Internship Database (LACN) -Internships can make great summer jobs and can often pay well. Try searching through the 9,000+ options here.
• Green binders in Career Center - Organizations looking to hire college students frequently send the Career Center information regarding summer jobs. All this information we keep in green binders in the Career Center, organized by state. Stop by to browse through them!
• Cool Works - has a directory of seasonal employment at popular vacation spots like national parks, resorts, camps, ranches, etc.
• www.mysummers.com - over 80 camps are registered with this site. Find a summer job working as a camp counselor - no fee for applicants to register.
• Exploration Summer Programs - Get great experience teaching youth (programs range from grades 4 to 12), as well as learning from a faculty of scientists, artists, engineers philosophers, and athletes from around the world.