5. Specialty Retail Associate

Working retail can be exhausting if you are doing it at a big-box store just to pay the bills. But working part-time at a shop dedicated to your favorite hobby is entirely different. Golfers often work in pro shops to score free rounds of golf; knitters work at craft stores for the employee discount; wine enthusiasts work in tasting rooms to share their palate with others.

• Pros: Generous employee discounts; socializing with people who share your passions; relaxed environment.
• How to start: Visit your favorite local hobby shops, golf courses, or specialty boutiques and ask the manager if they need seasonal or weekend help.