A new report from Resume Genius explores the industries that are hiring teens, and rounded up 15 high-paying jobs for those ages 16 to 19 years olds, per data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

They earn a median hourly wage of $20.59. Often, teens can find jobs by talking to friends, classmates or teachers. A fellow classmate’s recommendation to an employer can go a really long way.

Teens aren’t boxed into minimum wage jobs, as a new report highlighted the top 15 highest-paying jobs that don’t require college degrees or formal experience.

Of course, jobs where teens got paid cash and weren't reported (like mowing lawns, dog walking, babysitting, etc.) weren't on the list, but that doesn't mean they aren't great options as well ...

Indeed, says the best jobs for teens include host, server and food delivery driver. These jobs pay anywhere from $12-$20 an hour. Teens can also find freelance work.

By May 2024, the share of teens working or looking for jobs hit 37.4%, the highest since 2009. For teens, a summer job teaches soft skills such as “how to work, in addition to how to do a job ...

So they’re more hesitant to staff up. “Postings for summer jobs even started a little bit later this year. You know, people really held off,” she said.

They earn a median hourly wage of $20.59. Often, teens can find jobs by talking to friends, classmates or teachers. A fellow classmate’s recommendation to an employer can go a really long way.

The median hourly wage is $28.51. Food Service Manager Median hourly wage: $31.40 The highest paying jobs for teens is working as a food service manager.