Jobs for Students This Summer: 7 Clever Ways to Make Cash (Even If You’ve Never Worked Before)
We get it. The exams are over, school’s done, and summer is finally here.
But instead of just chilling (or endlessly scrolling TikTok), you might be thinking:
“How can I make some money this summer?”
Whether you’ve got a holiday to fund, want to start saving for uni, or just need your own cash for the first time — this guide is for you.
Below are 7 smart, beginner-friendly ideas for how to make money this summer, even if you’ve got zero experience and no job lined up (yet). And yes, some of these you can do straight from your phone.
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1. Sell Your Study Notes Online (Yes, Really)
Spent ages revising for GCSEs, A-Levels or college modules? Don’t let those notes gather dust.
Thousands of students search every day for study notes, revision guides, model essays, and mind maps to help them catch up or get ahead. That’s where you come in.
Whether you did well in AQA Psychology, crushed your 11+ prep, or made cute flashcards for GCSE Science — you can earn cash just by uploading your notes.
🟡 Start here:
👉 Sell your notes on Resource Rack
2. Tutor Younger Students (Even Informally)
You don’t need to be a certified teacher to help younger kids with Year 6 SATs, 11+, or Key Stage 3 subjects.
If you’re patient and confident in a subject like maths, English, or science — offer your help locally (or online via Zoom). Parents are often happy to pay £10–15/hour for affordable support from older students who get it.
You could even offer to support someone in your old school for work experience and a reference.
3. Sell a Summer Product Online
Set up a quick online shop selling something seasonal — like:
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Personalised water bottles
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Exam survival kits
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Customised flashcards
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Summer self-care boxes
You can promote it through TikTok or Instagram and use sites like Etsy or Depop, or create your own free Shopify store (we can even help with that).
4. Help Out Local Businesses or Creators
Look around your area or ask on community Facebook groups — lots of small businesses or influencers need help with:
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Admin tasks
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Social media replies
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Packing orders
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Organising stock
They may not post formal job ads, but if you show initiative, you could land flexible part-time work with minimal experience.
5. Sign Up for Summer Job Alerts (Exclusive to Students)
We’re working behind the scenes to partner with employers who want to hire students just like you — for part-time, temporary, and remote jobs.
If you want first dibs when roles go live, sign up for our student job email list below 👇
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6. Get Help with Your CV
Worried your CV is a bit... meh? You’re not alone.
We’ll soon be running FREE student workshops + templates to help you:
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Write your first CV
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Improve your layout
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Stand out (even with no job history)
Want to join? Pop your email on the list and we’ll send you tools to build a CV that actually gets noticed.
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Pop your email on the list and we’ll send you tools to build a CV that actually gets noticed.
👉 Get CV Support Now7. Freelance with Skills You Already Have
You don’t need to be an expert to start freelancing. If you can do ANY of these:
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Make Canva designs
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Edit TikToks or Reels
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Write blog-style content
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Use PowerPoint or Excel
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Speak another language
…there are real gigs out there for you.
Sites like Fiverr, Upwork, or even DM-ing creators who need help can land you paid work. It might not be £££ at first, but it’s experience — and money.
Final Thoughts: Don’t Wait for “The Perfect Job” — Start with What You’ve Got
Whether you’re an A-Level student, teen just finishing GCSEs, or waiting for uni to start, there are so many ways to earn money this summer.
The key? Use what you already have — your notes, your time, your knowledge — and just get started.
And if you want to be the first to hear about student job alerts, CV help, and even more clever money-making ideas, sign up below and stay in the loop.
