jobs for students

Please visit the Internships page, if you are looking for Internships)

(*Updated or confirmed, August, 2024)

Below is a listing of local businesses who are eager to offer employment to Shrewsbury High School students. Every job listing contains a brief job description, instructions for how to apply for the job and the contact person. It is the student's responsibilty to connect with the employer and to apply for the job personally. This list will be kept as up to date as possible, but please contact Kathleen Keohane at kkeohane@shrewsbury.k12.ma.us if you have issues contacting the employer or the job is no longer available. Thank you.

PLEASE NOTE: If you are seeking employment and are under the age of 18, you will need a work permit prior to starting work. Please go to this page for instructions on how to obtain a work permit.

 Silver Spruce Montessori School

Address: 44 Old Upton Road, Grafton, Massachusetts

Description: Silver Spruce Montessori School is hiring for part-time after school help during the school year (and potentially during the summer, as well). We are seeking enthusiastic and energetic individuals who love working with children to join our After Care team 2-3 days per week (to be determined depending on the students' availability) from 3-5:30 pm. Our students range in age from 2.9-6 years old.

Hours: 3-5:30 pm.

Pay:

How to apply: Email Elizabeth Hangen at ehangen@silverspruce.org

Children's Orchard - Retail

Address: 18 Lyman St, Westborough, MA

Description: 16+ yrs old. Part-Time Sales Associates to join our team

Primary duties will include:

• Greet and assist customers with their shopping needs, answer questions, and provide product recommendations.
• Operate the cash register to process sales, returns, and check in/out customer buys
• Tag, organize, and display merchandise according to store guidelines to ensure a visually appealing sales floor.
• This role involves being on your feet for extended periods, performing tasks that require lifting and carrying merchandise, and interacting with customers throughout the day.

Please only apply if your availability matches the openings.

Hours: after school (3-6pm) and on Saturdays (10am-6pm).

Pay: $15/hour

How to apply: Apply here to be part of our team: https://form.jotform.com/221884014305146

*DCU CENTER - JOB FAIR SEPT 10

OVER 100 PART-TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE - INTERVIEW & GET HIRED ON THE SPOT!

The DCU Center will host a JOB FAIR on Tuesday, September 10 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Guests should enter Door 2 of the Convention Center.

We’re gearing up for a great season of events and we have over 100 part-time positions available in both our Arena and Convention center. Our team will be conducting interviews and making on-the-spot job offers to qualified candidates!

This event is FREE for jobseekers so share the news with your friends and family who are looking to get hired! Plus, there'll be light snacks & beverages served along with give-a-ways including event tickets!

WHY WORK AT THE DCU CENTER?

• Part-time Positions for Everyone – days, nights, and weekends!
• Flexible Hours – you decide when you want to work!
• Make friends, money, and memories!

POSITIONS:

• Banquet Servers
• Box Office Ticket Sellers
• Concession Stand Attendants
• Changeover / Set-Up Crew
• Event Staff / Ushers
• Housekeeping / Custodial
• Kitchen Staff including Dishwashers and Line Cooks
• Oval Ice-Skating Rink Ticket Sellers & Skate Guards
• And MANY MORE!

*Tougas Family Farm - weekend donut maker, ice cream scooper

Address: 234 Ball St, Northborough, MA 01532

Description Donut Maker: 18+. Our Farm Donut Maker is responsible for helping our donut team make our famous apple cider donuts Saturday and Sunday during our busy fall apple season. There could be more weekday hours available for the right candidate. The most successful candidate will be self-directed with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment; baking and frying experience with the knowledge of correct batter textures and temperatures are a plus.

PLEASE NOTE: This position uses a fryer which requires all workers to be 18+ years old.

Description Ice Cream Scooper:The Tougas Kitchen is looking for friendly, passionate servers and ice cream scoopers for the 2024 season. Be a part of the fun with a team of like-minded individuals making sure our guests enjoy the food and beverages they ordered. In addition to serving and scooping, you will help by prepping food and beverages, stocking, bagging donuts, packaging baked goods, and keeping the kitchen clean and sanitary.

The Tougas Kitchen is a walk-up dining experience serving warm bakery goods, sandwiches, slushies, smoothies, ice cream and other food and beverage items.

Come be a part of our fun, hardworking team! A great opportunity for the right person.

Hours: Part-time, flexible, just weekends, etc. - you decide

Pay: $15/hour

How to apply: Apply on Indeed.com for Donut Maker. Apply on Indeed.com for ice cream scooper.

*FMC Ice Sports (Buffone Arena)

Address: 284 Lake Ave, Worcester, MA 01604

Description: 16 years old+.

Facility Management Corporation, known as “FMC Ice Sports” was formed in 1992 to deliver high quality ice sport facility management and operations, as well as ice-based programs that benefit our communities and promote interest in both hockey and skating. We have established a record of quality operations and have grown to be the largest operator of public arenas in the United States. FMC operates 25 public ice skating arenas across the state of Massachusetts in long-term partnership agreements with the Commonwealth and various municipalities as well as educational institutions.

Facility Support Staff is responsible for a variety of tasks and functions in the arena to ensure an exceptional customer experience. A Successful Candidate will: Have excellent customer service skills, Be a team player, Be at least 16 years of age, Understand the importance of dependability & organization

Responsibilities could include:

• Skate Monitor
• Cashier
• Concessions

No prior experience in an ice rink or ice sports required. We will train.

Hours: Part-time position.

Pay: Starting at $15/hour dependent upon experience and skill level.

How to apply: Apply on Indeed.com

*Wendy's

Address: 492 Lincoln Street Worcester, MA 01605

Description: 16 years old+. Crew member. An award-winning franchisee of Wendy's has great opportunities for driven people who are looking for a fun, energetic atmosphere with room to grow. Do you wear your smile with pride and are you willing to learn? You could be our next rising star! With the right attitude, personality, and desire to delight our guests, you will be trained and set up for success. Overnight work availability, including holidays. Reliable transportation. Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.

Hours: part-time, flexible

Pay:$15-$18/hour

How to apply: Apply here.

*Charles River Laboratories

Address: 334 South St, Shrewsbury, MA 01545

Description: Here are some great opportunities for a new high school graduate looking for a full time job! No experience necessary, must have a valid driver's license. Requirement: Perform basic laboratory support and record-keeping tasks. Support the functions of the Laboratory Sciences department.

• Lab Assistant Immuno - Apply here: https://jobs.criver.com/job-invite/222928/.
• LA - Bio Chem - Apply here: https://jobs.criver.com/job-invite/222931/
• LA Formulations - Apply here: https://jobs.criver.com/job-invite/223201/

Hours: full-time

Pay: $18-$24/hour

Wayside Athletic Club.

Address: 80 Broadmeadow Street, Marlborough, MA 01752

Description: Swim instructors and lifeguards. Training/certification is available and more information can be found on the website. Responsibilites include:

• Supervises swimming activities at the aquatics facility and ensures that policies, guidelines, and safety procedures are followed.
• Warns swimmers of improper activities or danger and enforces pool regulations and water safety policies.
• Administers first aid in the event of injury, rescues swimmers in distress or danger of drowning, and administers CPR and/or artificial respiration, if necessary.
• Evaluates conditions for safety and initiates aquatics emergency action plan as required.
• Inspects pool facilities, equipment, and water to ensure that they are safe and usable.
• Supervises and assists in cleaning the pool and related facilities and equipment, assists with chemical tests and with records and charts of water tests and records of accidents.

If you complete the training course and decide to work for WAC, you will be reimbursed the full amount if employed for 120 days.

Candidates already certified or with previous experience, should have and up to date American Cross Certification

Hours: Weekend and Weekdays, hours of employment of between 5:15am and 8:15pm. We have different shifts available so hours can vary. Dates for employment are for all seasons. We are looking for summer staff but are also looking for staff who would like to come as part time employees year round.

Pay: $16-20/hourly

How to apply: Aquatics@WaysideAthleticClub.com

*Rocco's Doughnuts, Westboro

Address: 3 Colonial Drive, Westborough, Massachusetts

Description: Front-end team member, doughnut baker and decorator. We are seeking individuals to join our Baking team! The Rocco's Baking Team is made up of hard working, ambitious, coachable, honest, reliable team players. In this role, we will teach you everything you need to know and are willing to train the right team member. If you are creative, hardworking, and want to help us create our tasty creations for our customers, we’d like to hear from you!

Hours: part-time

Pay: $17-$23

How to apply: Visit https://roccosdonuts.square.site/jobs

Alyssa's Happily Ever After (looking for actors, people to play characters)

Address: Business is based in Hopkinton, MA, but services local communities.

Description: Alyssa's Happily Ever Afters, providing magical character entertainment for parties & events since 2018.

For 16+. We are currently casting occasional performers & attendants to portray characters and lead various activities at children’s birthday parties and events with weekend/summer availability (they get to decide their availability)! We are serving local town areas, with a home based in Hopkinton, MA.
This flexible work schedule and great pay is a way to support students while they are in school without distractions for their course work but while gaining experience and making magic!

Hours: various, flexible.

How to apply: please email us at alyssashappilyeverafters@gmail.com with a current head shot & resume. (Optional: Cover Letter). Instructions can also be found at: https://www.alyssashappilyeverafters.com/join-our-team. Questions? alyssashappilyeverafters@gmail.com

Cellar Bar and Grille (see Worcester Telegram article)

Address: 369 W Main St, Northborough, MA 01532

Description: 16+. Employees needed to clear tables, (busser), and bring food from the kitchen to the table (runner).

Hours: various

How to apply: contact Niko Agora or visit the restaurant, (508) 393-8134.

High Sierra Pools (flyer)

Address: 70 Kemble St. Boston, MA 02119 (but employment would be in various locations in and around Shrewsbury)

Contact: ANirsa@highsierrapools.com

Description:

• Great pay and locations
• Work with friends
• Build your resume
• Earn extra cash through referrals
• Positions for swim instructors, pool managers and internships
• Make a difference in your Community!
• @mylifeguardsummer

We are offering summer employment and lifeguard certification for individuals who are fifteen years of age and older. Our management knows the Company’s greatest resource is our staff, and we strive to build solid teams that will make each workday safe and enjoyable for both themselves and their patrons.

Lifeguarding for High Sierra Pools is more than just a job: it’s the chance to be an integral part of a community and a role model to the youth that swim there. High Sierra Pools’ lifeguards and staff ensure the safety of hundreds of pools and thousands of patrons. We employ year-round professionals as well as qualified seasonal staff focused on our core values of safety, service and teamwork.

Hours: Flexible work schedule: work full-time, part-time, or flex hours as a High Sierra certified lifeguard.

Pay: Competitive pay and bonuses: our rates for certified lifeguards are among the highest in the industry.

How to apply: https://highsierrapools.com/employment/

The Learning Experience

Address: 889 Boston Turnpike Shrewsbury, MA, 01545

Contact: Jackie Boswell, shrewsbury@tlechildcare.com

Description: Assistant Teachers at The Learning Experience are ambassadors of happiness, creating opportunities every day that reflect our mission to make a difference in the lives of children, their families, and communities.
The ideal candidate for this role will possess a compassionate attitude and a growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire a love of learning

Role Responsibilities:
Partner with and learn from the teachers in your classroom to create a welcoming, engaging classroom space for children to learn, play and grow. Use a growth mindset to develop young minds and inspire a love of learning.
Implement our proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum®, working with Infants, Toddlers, and/or Preschool children in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child.
Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn.
Communicate regularly with parents, sharing their children’s latest adventures and achievements through a variety of avenues, including mobile apps and personal discussions.
Support your center’s success, partnering with center staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment and engagement.
Build relationships with families and coworkers and create a dynamic environment where play and learning happen seamlessly.

Hours: Monday-Friday 3:00-6:00 with availability during school vacations and Summer.

Pay: $15-$17 an hour based on experience

How to apply: Email letter of interest and resume to Jackie Boswell at shrewsbury@tlechildcare.com

Highland's Retirement Living

*Rail Trail Flatbread

Address: 33 MAIN STREET, HUDSON MA 01749

Description: Various part-time jobs dishwasher, server, host. See description.

Hours: flexible

Pay: 16.00 per hour

How to apply: Click on "Apply Now" button on this site.

* Party City

Address: 100 Boston Turnpike, Shrewsbury

Description: Seasonal Team Member/ Retail Sales. Part time service. No experience needed. The replenishment process will require you to lift, push and pull up to 25lbs daily, Cleaning, store recovery, setting plan-o-grams and endcap maintenance is required, Climbing ladders is required to re-stock and obtain merchandise for our customers, Ringing transactions on a register is required, Utilization of our helium system to fulfill customer orders is required.

Hours:Ongoing employment (school year, after-school hours)

Pay: $15.50 - $16.25 per hour

How to apply: Click "Apply" button on the Party City site.

*Army National Guard

Address: Office: 435 Main St Fitchburg MA. Job locations all over MA

Description: Part time service. Full college tuition. Serve country and community while advancing your career and education! Must be 17 years or older to apply.

Hours: Ongoing employment (school year, after-school hours)

Contact: Meghan.a.papagno.mil@army.mil,  508-962-8640

CSI Group

CSI Group designs and manufactures mechanical components and assemblies for various markets: Connectors, Aerospace, Test / Measurement, Medical, Automation and Defense. See this flyer.

Address: 121 Flanders Rd, Westborough, MA 01581

Description: **For high school SENIORS**. Join CSI Group's Parts Finishing/Quality Inspection Teams! There is opportunity for advancement in becoming a Machinist (Operator/Setter). Receive "on the job" training:

• Clean, count, sort and deburr of parts
• Use all types of measuring equipment to inspect parts
• Read blueprints

Hours: We offer day shift hours during the week, school breaks, summer. Internship is an option. Due to our shop time closing at 3:30pm and no standard weekend hours, we do not offer after school and weekend hours.

Pay: to be discussed

Contact: Kris DeNorscia, Administrative Assistant, krisd@compsources.com

Summer Internships

Description: Positions available are working as a Parts Finisher and/or Quality Inspector (see links for brief job descriptions). After working in one of these positions, if you are interested in a machinist position, training can be provided.

Hours: Shop hours are M-F (7:00am – 3:30pm)

How to apply: Contact Kris DeNorscia, krisd@compsources.com, 508-388-3771

Goldfish Swim School - Marlborough

Address: 43 Apex Drive Marlborough, MA 01752

Contact: Jesse Lawless, jesse.lawless@goldfishss.com, or marlboroughjobs@goldfishss.com

Description: Swim Instructor and Lifeguard, Minimum age: 15+ years old. Our team is growing, and we are looking for team players who are enthusiastic, have a can-do perspective, and enjoy working with kids. We provide paid on-the-job training, flexible scheduling, a rewarding work environment, and a one-of-a-kind culture that will make you smile too!

Summary: Instruct students on water safety and proper swim techniques based on thorough knowledge of the Goldfish Swim School curriculum. Work with team to prepare progress reports, communicate abilities and strengths/weakness with parents and caregivers.

Perks & Benefits:
Competitive hourly pay
Paid training
Growth opportunities
Flexible schedule
Free swim lessons for family members

Compensation: $15.50-$17.50/hour

Hours: After school, evenings, weekends

How to apply: Go to this website and click on "Lifeguard" or "Swim Instructor".

*Touch of Class DJ

Address: 318 Stearns Road, Marlborough, MA 01752

Contact: Brad Swartz, Chief Operations Officer, brad.swartz@atouchofclass.com

Description: Must be 16 years or older with your own vehicle. No experience required. Looking for entry-level DJs and DJ assistants, Photo Booth attendants, Party motivators (dance experience preferred but not required; outgoing fun personality a MUST). This is a great opportunity for those who are looking for a career in event management as they can get some real world experience. It is also a great option for students looking to start saving for college. More details here.

Compensation: Paid per event at an agreed upon rate, dependign on experience level. No extra benefits. Gratuity is typical at many events. Event rate will increase as your experience increases.

Hours: Varied

How to apply: Send resume to Brad Swartz with contact information, work history and education. Include any related experience in the DJ/Music industry, as well as personal and professinal references. List some reasons why you are interested in this position.

*Dunkin Donuts, Grafton

Address: 72 Worcester St., Grafton

Contact: Manuel Ferreira, MFerreira@cafuamanagement.com, Director of Operations

Pay: $16/hour + tips

Hours: After school and weekends.

How to apply: Scan QR code in this flyer. An automatic text will appear. Press Send. Schedule a convenient interview in less than 3 minutes!

Ski Ward

Address: 1000 Main St. Shrewsbury, MA

Contact: Stephanie LaCroix, Stephanie@skiward.com

Description: Ski and snowboard instructors (ages 14+). Cashiers (ages 14+). Rental technicians (ages 16+). Cooks (ages 16+). Lift attendant (ages 18+). We train all positions. No experience required. See full list here.

Hours: After school, evenings, weekends

How to apply: Fill out application at skiward.com

*TJ Maxx/Marshall's/Home Goods

Address: various locations: Westborough (Lyman St. Plaza), Northborough (Northborough Crossing where Wegman's is), Worcester (Lincoln Plaza)

Description: Part-time Retail Associate and many other jobs

Hours: 5pm-9:30pm, various

Pay: $15.00 to $15.50 per hour

How to apply: Stop in at one of our locations and speak with a manager, or go to jobs.tjx.com. Search for jobs by location.

Salmon Health and Retirement

Address: The Willows at Westborough, One Lyman Street, Westborough and Beaumont and Whitney Place at Northborough, 238 West Main Street, Northborough

Contact: Courtney Sibinich, csibinich@salmonhealth.com

Description: (Ages 15+) Dining Server- Seeking a Dining Server to serve our Residents and Guests in Dining Room according to established procedures for style and order of services. No late nights, every other weekend rotation schedule! School year, after-school hours, 3:30pm-7:30pm.

Hours: 4p-8p, weeknights and every other weekend

How to apply: Email Courtney Sibinich csibinich@salmonhealth.com or call her at 508-614-0870 or apply at www.salmonhealthjobs.com. (For Westboro dining servers, apply here, for Northboro dining servers, apply here.)

* Market Basket Shrewsbury

Address: 200 Hartford Turnpike (Rte 20) Shrewsbury, MA

Contact: Market Basket Shrewsbury Hiring Team, shrewsbury@demoulasmarketbasket.com

Description: Hiring in all departments: Grocery, Front-End, Dairy, Produce, Deli/Seafood, Meats, Market's Kitchen/Cafe, Bakery. See list of jobs here.

Hours: After School and Weekends (Sat and Sun)

How to apply: Download and print the application form or apply online. Complete the application, then submit the filled-out application to Market Basket, 200 Hartford Turnpike (Rte 20), Shrewsbury, MA, Monday through Saturday, 8am-4pm. Onsite interviews will also be done at this location. Or send an email to shrewsbury@demoulasmarketbasket.com and include your contact information, name and phone number.

* Price Chopper

Address: 731 Boston Turnpike (Rte 9) Shrewsbury, MA

Description: 1) Starbuck's front end. Contact the hiring manager at this location or apply online at pricechopper.com/careers.

2) Price Chopper Supermarkets is accepting applications for part-time help in all departments: Front end, Floral, Deli, General Merchandise, Grocery, etc. Price Chopper has a history of promoting from within. We post all our full-time positions internally, so a part-time position could lead to a long career with us if you posses the drive, motivation and desire to help our customers.

When you complete the application you can list up to three departments that interest you and/or select "any department" if you are willing to work anywhere in the store. We review applications when we have hiring needs. If you are selected for an interview we will contact you by phone or email. If you are not selected for an interview we will notify you via email. Thanks for your interest in employment with Price Chopper Supermarkets.

Hours: After School and Weekends (Sat and Sun)

Pay: $15-$20/hour

How to apply: Go to LinkedIn and click "Apply" button. Or apply online at pricechopper.com/careers. Search for jobs for '01545'.

* Whole Foods

Address: 200 Hartford Turnpike (Rte 20) Shrewsbury, MA

Description: Team Member. No prior retail experience required. Team Members provide support performing duties related to customer service, stocking, and sanitation in assigned department(s). All Whole Foods Market Retail jobs require ensuring a positive company image by providing courteous, friendly, and efficient service to customers and other Team Members at all times. All positions must be performed in accordance with team and store Standard Operating Procedures.

Hours: After school, evenings and weekends

How to apply: Apply here.

* Wegmans

Address: 9102 Shops Way, Northborough, MA

Description: 15+ yrs old. Grocery Associate, Cashier, Cart Collector, Dishwasher

At Wegmans, our commitment to customers is simple: Every Day You Get our Best. Customers tell us they choose Wegmans for the helpful people in our stores, assistance building delicious meals, and the freshest ingredients possible. If you love working with others in a fast-paced & dynamic environment, are passionate about food and trying new things, and would love to make a difference in a customer’s shopping experience, Wegmans is the place for you!

Hours: After school, evenings and weekends

Pay: $18/hour

How to apply: Apply here.

*Continental Pools

Address: 9 Ray Ave, Burlington MA 01803, business office Pools throughout MA and RI

Contact: Will Alsamerai, Will@Continentalpools.com

Description: See flyer. Min. age is 16 and must know how to swim. Need a summer job? Get the work and life experience employers are looking for! Continental Pools gives our lifeguards and pool managers unlimited opportunities to develop desirable job skills while they enjoy their summer ni the sun.
Whether you're only looking to work full time, part time, or sometimes, we provide al the training you need to be successful.
Help us provide a safe, clean, and accident free environment for your community by joining our elite team. because it's more than just a paycheck!
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Monitor activities at aquatics facility to prevent accidents
• Provide assistance to swimmers
• Explain and enforce pool rules and regulations
• Participate in regular in-service training sessions
• Communicate with patrons at the pool, property management, and Continental
Pools management
Determine chlorine content and pH value of water, using water testing kit, and maintain chemical records
• Maintain facility cleanliness
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Minimum age: 16 years
• Swim distance using crawl or breaststroke without resting: 100 yards
• Feet-first dive, retrieve a 10-lb brick from a minimum depth of 8 feet and bring ti to the surface
• Tread water without using arms for 1 minute
• Must possess strong communication skills
Please apply online at www.continentalpools.com
 

Hours: Any and all hours. Very flexible.

How to apply: Online applications can be found at www.continentalpools.com. For more information or questions call us toll free at 1-800-640-0062

*Department of Conservation and Recreation, Commonwealth of MA

Address: various locations around Massachusetts

Contact: Lauren Hopper, Aquatics Manager, Lauren.Hopper@mass.gov, 857-208-1225

Description: The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Conservation and Recreation, is Seeking High School Students who are interested in applying for Lifeguard Employment.

DCR Summer Lifeguards are State Employees, receive $22/hour, accrued sick time, and the option to attend one of our Free Red Cross Lifeguard certification courses prior to hire. The first Free Red Cross Lifeguard certification class for 2024 summer employment will be during 2023 December School Vacation in Worcester.

Applicants must be 16 years old prior to June 15 2024, or before date of hire whichever comes first. We aim to fill our open positions before March so any students interested in Summer Employment should reach out soon. Our next Free Red Cross Lifeguard certification class is over February School Vacation in Worcester with additional options for classes in the Spring.

DCR hires lifeguards for the following locations in Central MA:

In Worcester- Vernon Pool, Bennett Pool and Quinsigamond State Park

State Pools in- Milford, Fitchburg and Clinton

State Parks in- Gardner, Rutland, Winchendon, Hopkinton, Shutesbury

State Forests in- Leominster, Douglas, Erving

We are particularly seeking applicants who are either Dedicated Student Athletes, Compassionate Students looking to make a difference in the lives of others, Self-Motivated Students looking for a fun yet fulfilling outdoor summer job with good pay, OR Students seeking to build their resume for a future first responder/ medical career field or for college applications. Qualified applicants must be able to swim. Strong swimmers are preferred but our instructors can work with qualified applicants to improve where needed. Please feel free to peruse our website Join the Lifeguard Team for the 2024 Season | Mass.gov and reach out with any questions you may have.