10 Best-Paying Summer Jobs
Well-paying jobs that don't require a college degree.
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On the Hunt - Are you a college student on summer break and looking for a job? Even if you aren't a student and just want to make more cash this summer, there are many positions available that don’t require a college degree. Check out our roundup below, and for more information to help guide your search, visit the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Outlook Handbook. — Britt Middleton (Photo: Chris Hondros/Getty Images)
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Food Server - Entry-Level Education: Less than high school. 2010 Median Pay: $18,330 per year ($8.81 per hour) Great for Those Who: have an outgoing personality and enjoy a fast-paced environment. (Photo: Isaac Brekken/Getty Images for Mizumi)
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Bartender - Entry-Level Education: Less than high school. 2010 Median Pay: $18,680 per year ($8.98 per hour) Great for Those Who: love the nightlife crowd and don't mind working late-night hours. (Photo: DreamPictures/Getty Images)
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Landscaping - Entry-Level Education: Less than high school. 2010 Median Pay: $23,740 per year ($11.41 per hour) Great for Those Who: like working outdoors. (Photo: The Times-Picayune /Landov)
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Customer Service Representatives - Entry-Level Education: High school diploma or equivalent. 2010 Median Pay: $30,460 per year ($14.64 per hour) Great for Those Who: have great phone demeanor and can keep calm under pressure. (Photo: Photodisc/Getty Images)
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