The 8 Best Summer Jobs for College Students

No. 2: Dispatcher (Police, Firefighters, and Ambulance)

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Pay per hour: $17
Prerequisites: high school diploma (or equivalent)
Financially speaking, being a dispatcher can be very rewarding for a college student. People skills, as well as conversational abilities are an absolute must for this job. People who can keep their calm under pressure and who can give out clear and straightforward advice are most suitable for working as a dispatcher.