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Part-Time Hair Stylist

Kansas City, KS

$25 - $40/hr

... side hustles, concerts, lake days, or travel plans. Weekend availability matters most, so bring your talent, your personality, and your favorite sneakers. Apply now and make this summer count! Why ...

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Part-Time Hair Stylist

Overland Park, KS

$25 - $40/hr

... side hustles, concerts, lake days, or travel plans. Weekend availability matters most, so bring your talent, your personality, and your favorite sneakers. Apply now and make this summer count! Why ...

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Part-Time Hair Stylist

Overland Park, KS

$25 - $40/hr

... side hustles, concerts, lake days, or travel plans. Weekend availability matters most, so bring your talent, your personality, and your favorite sneakers. Apply now and make this summer count! Why ...

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Part-Time Hair Stylist

Olathe, KS

$25 - $40/hr

... side hustles, concerts, lake days, or travel plans. Weekend availability matters most, so bring your talent, your personality, and your favorite sneakers. Apply now and make this summer count! Why ...

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Part-Time Hair Stylist

Overland Park, KS

$25 - $40/hr

... side hustles, concerts, lake days, or travel plans. Weekend availability matters most, so bring your talent, your personality, and your favorite sneakers. Apply now and make this summer count! Why ...

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Part-Time Hair Stylist

Gardner, KS

$25 - $40/hr

... side hustles, concerts, lake days, or travel plans. Weekend availability matters most, so bring your talent, your personality, and your favorite sneakers. Apply now and make this summer count! Why ...

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What are summer side jobs?

'Summer Side' jobs generally refer to temporary or seasonal positions available during the summer months. These jobs are often taken by students or individuals looking to earn extra income and gain work experience during their summer break. Common examples include roles in hospitality, retail, camps, tourism, and recreation. Summer side jobs can help build valuable skills, expand professional networks, and sometimes turn into longer-term employment opportunities. They are popular for their flexible schedules and the opportunity to work in various industries.

What are some common challenges faced by seasonal workers in summer side jobs, and how can they be addressed?

Seasonal workers in summer side jobs often face challenges such as unpredictable schedules, adapting quickly to new work environments, and balancing multiple responsibilities in a short time frame. To address these challenges, it's important to communicate clearly with supervisors about availability, stay organized with shift schedules, and be proactive in learning job tasks early. Building strong rapport with team members can also help create a supportive atmosphere, making it easier to adjust and succeed during the busy summer months.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a summer site supervisor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Summer Site Supervisor, you need experience in youth program management, basic first aid/CPR certification, and a background in education or recreation leadership. Familiarity with scheduling software, incident reporting systems, and safety protocols is typically required. Strong leadership, conflict resolution, and effective communication skills set exceptional supervisors apart. These competencies ensure a safe, engaging, and well-organized environment for participants and staff alike.

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Infographic showing various Summer Side job openings in Kansas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.

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empirical foods, inc.

Garden City, KS • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

The empirical Fully Connected Scholarship Program was established as a partnership with Garden City Community College with the intention of giving candidates with no manufacturing background a means to move into that environment. The empirical/GCCC partnership provides candidates with both hands-on manufacturing experience and enrollment in a program which provides Certificate C credentials. During their time within the facility, individuals work side by side with current employees and contribute to the success of our plant. By doing so, the candidate receives the best view of manufacturing technology we can provide to allow them to understand and experience working within empirical.

YOUR FUTURE STARTS HERE

This technical work-study program is where students have an opportunity to develop hands-on work experience while earning a certificate in GCCC’s Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Program. Individuals receive scholarships to cover the cost of tuition, fees, and books for the program along with competitive pay and part-time work in an empirical manufacturing facility.

  • Earn on-the-job training and valuable experience at a leading food technology company.
  • Paid classroom, lab and study time. Part-time work at an empirical manufacturing facility.
  • Develop invaluable skills such as time management, teamwork and problem-solving.
  • A work schedule designed to accommodate classes.
  • Upon successful completion, eligibility for employment at empirical in a technical role with competitive salary and benefit package. 

HOW IT WORKS

Accepted applicants are placed into a summer work program. Upon successful completion of summer work, you will receive a “Fully Connected” scholarship. Successful completion includes but is not limited to work performance, attendance, and demonstrated attitude and aptitude. 

Additionally, individuals must:

  • Maintain good standing in the GCCC Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Program.
  • Have and maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA.
  • Be able to work a minimum of sixteen (16) hours per week at empirical during the program.

Scholarship recipients will receive full tuition while completing the Fully Connected Finish program. We offer paid classroom and lab time, which also includes working a partial schedule at an empirical site. All work is coordinated around and supportive of class, lab, and study commitments. 

START YOUR CAREER

As skilled members of the empirical team, you will enjoy a great salary, exceptional benefits, opportunities for advancement and long-term job security.   


  • Must be at least 18 years old;
  • HS diploma or GED equivalent;
  • Acceptance to Garden City Community College;
  • Sign a two-year employment agreement;
  • Possess mechanical and or electrical interest/aptitude.
  • Demonstrate strong work ethic.
  • Willing and able to learn and be coached.

As a cooperative program, an application process must be completed with empirical and Garden City Community College.

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