The Summer Job, a Rite of Passage for Teens, May Be Fading Away - West Hawaii Today

Mankato teens face competition in summer job market

MANKATO — Mankato teens have it tougher than most when it comes to landing summer jobs, as they’re competing not only with experienced adults but also college students.

The summer job, a rite of passage for teens, may be fading away - West Hawaii Today

Ugenie Labranche, 16, who has been searching for a summer job since January, thought her luck had finally turned when she spotted a “hiring now” sign outside a Dunkin’ in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania. But when she called recently, she was told the store wasn’t hiring.