Jobs For Teens in Illinois

For teenagers in Illinois, there are plenty of options available to keep busy. With plenty of sporting events, museums, shopping and the beach at Lake Michigan, Illinois offers something for teenagers with a variety of interests. And there are over 50 state parks in Illinois with miles of trails for teenagers to roam. The unemployment rate is 6.4% in Illinois, which while higher than in some states, should not keep teenagers who are motivated to work from finding employment.

If you're under 16 years of age, there are specific labor laws in Illinois that don't allow you to work for traditional employers.  Of course, if you're 14 or 15 years old you can get a work permit in Illinois, but otherwise there isn't too much information on this page that will help you.  With that being said, if you're under 16 years of age and don't have a work permit, please select the appropriate age below to find jobs that suit your age group.

If you're under 16 years old, your job options are different. Please select your age below:
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Theatre Camp Counselor – Seasonal

Location: Elk Grove Village Company Name: Elk Grove Park District
Job Description: June through July 2024 – Monday – Friday 9am – 3pm JOB SUMMARY Under the direct supervision of the Art/Special Events Manager, the Theatre Camp Counselor is responsible for assisting in the creation …

Summer Day Camp Counselor

Location: Springfield Company Name: KE Camps
Job Description: As a Camp Counselor , you will be an active participant in all camp activities and will assist your … Supervise daily swim time in a hands-on manner from within the water (lifeguard certification not …

Before/After Care Camp Counselor

Location: Niles Company Name: Niles Park District
Job Description: IceLand Ice Arena is seeking a friendly and compassionate individual to join our team of skating and hockey camp counselors to provide daily care before and after camp care. This is a part-time …

Camp Counselor – Performing Arts

Location: 60089 Company Name: Buffalo Grove Park District
Job Description: Performing Arts Camp Counselor 2024 The Performing Arts Camp Counselor is a seasonal position that … For our Theatre Camps (Broadway Bound and Star Makers) the counselor will be responsible for …

SUMMER CAMP COUNSELOR – (PERFORMING ARTS- SEASONAL)

Location: Addison Company Name: Addison Park District
Job Description: Performing Arts Summer Camp Counselor (Seasonal) Department : Recreation Reports to : Youth … dance, theater, singing, swimming, group games, crafts, and field trips. The counselors will be …

Host/Hostess

Location: Chicago Company Name: N & J Entertainment Ltd
Job Description: Previous experience as a host/hostess, server, or busser is preferred * Friendly and outgoing personality * Excellent communication skills * Ability to meet the physical demands of the position …

Host/Hostess

Location: River Grove Company Name: Ana Restaurant Group Llc
Job Description: Previous experience as a host/hostess, server, or busser is preferred * Friendly and outgoing personality * Excellent communication skills * Ability to meet the physical demands of the position …

Busser – Seasonal

Location: Chicago Company Name: Trump International Hotel and Tower Chicago
Job Description: Position Overview The busser is expected to warmly welcome guests upon their arrival, assist … ess in seating guest; to ensure place, delivery and serve all food and beverage orders within time …

Swim Instructor Lifeguard

Location: Arlington Heights Company Name: Goldfish Swim School – Arlington Heights
Job Description: Experience as a certified lifeguard, youth sports instructor/coach, camp counselor and/or child care provider is preferred. Swimming experience preferred. Certificates and Licenses : Lifeguard, CPR …

Busser

Location: Chicago Company Name: STK
Job Description: BUSSER DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: * Ensure that all beverage are prepared to maintain the quality … Communicate with server and hostess to assure efficient seating, table utilization and customer …

Chicago – Busser

Location: Chicago Company Name: Happy Camper
Job Description: … dishwasher * Restock plates and glassware at the Server stations throughout the shift * Clean … Restock ice bins frequently throughout the shift * Assist the restocking and replenishment of …

Busser

Location: Chicago Company Name: Kizuki Ramen
Job Description: Communicate with servers and the host to expedite efficient seating and table utilization … Fill beverage or ice dispensers. * Other duties as assigned Requirements * Ability to be vigilant …

Program Leader (Trip & Transportation)- Day Camp

Location: Naperville Company Name: Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana
Job Description: In this role you will supervise and guide campers and counselors through progressive learning … Provide quality outdoor programs that may include arts and crafts, nature study, theater …

Summer Camp Teachers

Location: Chicago Company Name: Kids Science Labs
Job Description: Creative artists, theatre majors, music educators, and child psychology majors who love helping … Come build some lifelong friendships with our teachers, camp counselors, and team leads

Busser

Location: Chicago Company Name: Margaritaville Restaurants
Job Description: Gathers and clears all tableware soiled through use and delivers to dishwasher. * Scrapes, racks … Maintains adequate supply of ice to all service stations and ice bins. * Changes empty bag in box …

Program Specialist

Location: Hudson Company Name: EASTERSEALS CENTRAL ILLINOIS
Job Description: … and all-camp activities/evening programming. * If needed, serve as a lifeguard during swimming … Counselors-in-Training, volunteers, or other camp staff clearly and effectively. * Oversee and …

STEM Teacher

Location: Chicago Company Name: Mad Science Group
Job Description: Build and fly rockets, demonstrate lasers, explore the states of matter using dry ice, and help … camp counselor). * Must be available at least two weekday afternoons. While this is a part-time …

Part-time Job Openings

Location: Sublette Company Name: Woodhaven Association
Job Description: … Camp Assistant, Deli Clerk, Dishwasher/Bus Person, Facility Host/Hostess, Gate Attendant, Janitorial Assistant, Kitchen Assistant, Lifeguards, Mowing Assistant, Nature Center Attendant, Office …

Barback

Location: Chicago Company Name: RPM Seafood
Job Description: Also assists with Busser, Food Runner and Barista duties as directed. Essential Functions * Stock/restock appropriate areas of the bar with alcohol, glassware, ice and supplies * Arrange and set-up …