Scuba Diver Jobs for Under 18 Years Old?

[ergo46]

Does anyone know of any summer camps that hires someone under 18?

 

[Goodtime Adventures]

Its unlikely, as the minimum age for Divemaster is 18yrs old. Therefore there would be legal issues with employing someone younger/unqualified at pro level to dive. You may be able to get a summer job that lets you do dive activities as a perk, but doubtful your sole reason for employment. Good luck though

 

[lmorin]

I know someone who retrieved lost golf balls from water hazards as a teenage job.

 

[tracydr]

I know someone who retrieved lost golf balls from water hazards as a teenage job.

I would never let my kid do that job. It is actually very dangerous.

 

[KD8NPB]

Hull cleaning as your own business.

 

[Rich Keller]

You can also make a good buck salvaging mooring anchors.

 

[mmadiver]

I worked in college doing dive jobs for commercial fishermen - fixing moorings, cutting down pilings, light salvage, etc...

 

[covediver]

For scuba diver jobs, probably not. you might check the summer camp employment directories for waterfront lifeguard, swimming instructor, or snorkeling instructor; these are jobs that require certifications, but not scuba. For example, using mask, fins, and snorkel, do do underwater location of vitims is a skill expected of waterfront lifeguards.