I work in human resources. This is an incredibly tough summer for highschool kids to get a job. There are so many college kids that aren’t even able to find summer employment, and a lot of employers will prefer them over highschool kids because of the perception (often very wrong) that they are more responsible, and because they feel like the college kids have to help pay their own expenses while in college. At any rate, keep trying, and most importantly, try to keep a positive attitude. Be outgoing, and show your strong points without coming off as arrogant. Show a willingness to work whatever hours they need, and to step in and help out when they come up short staffed or need extra duties taken care of. Also, ask for open letters of recommendation from teachers, neighbors, family friends that know you well, etc. Also use your networking skills. Ask your parent’s friends, teachers, and any others if they know of any positions open or if they’d be willing to put out feelers for you. While it is really tough to get a job this summer, it is still possible.