Who’s Hiring Part-Time: Our365, Kids Art Fairs and Select Comfort
Looking for part-time work? You’re in luck. Here are three companies with part-time openings available right now.
Our365
What They Do: Provider of in-hospital newborn baby portraits.
Types of Part-Time Position(s) Available: Photographers.
Desired Hours Per Week: Varies depending on the number of babies in the hospital at that particular time; some positions require weekend work.
Starting Pay: $8 to $10 per hour, plus commissions and incentive bonus opportunities.
Benefits: None.
Requirements: Must be at least 18, with strong sales and customer service skills.
The Inside Scoop: Must be comfortable working around newborn babies. You will also be expected to encourage parents to purchase portrait packages.
Apply here.
Next Page: Kids Art Fairs
Kids Art Fairs
What They Do: In-school events that allow kids to create and showcase their art projects.
Types of Part-Time Position(s) Available: Coordinators and sales consultants.
Desired Hours Per Week: Varies; sales consultants generally work during school hours, while coordinators may need to work some evenings in order to dismantle displays and pack supplies.
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Starting Pay: Coordinators earn $125 to $175 per event; sales consultants earn commission-based pay.
Benefits: None.
Requirements: Good organizational skills and sales/communication skills; must have reliable transportation, driver's license and cell phone.
The Inside Scoop: The schedule is convenient for parents with young children — events are held during the school year, so workers get the summers off.
Next Page: Select Comfort
Select Comfort (Stock Quote: SCSS)
What They Do: Mattress company well known for their "Sleep Number" beds.
Types of Part-Time Position(s) Available: Retail sales staff.
Desired Hours Per Week: Varies by location, but generally 20 to 30 hours per week.
Starting Pay: Compensation is comprised of base pay, commission and bonuses.
Benefits: Medical coverage, retirement plan, company discounts.
Requirements: High school diploma or GED, plus proven track record in sales.
The Inside Scoop: Must be comfortable giving aggressive sales pitches, as this is a performance-based environment.
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