15 Year Old Jobs

15 Year Old Jobs

If you're 15-years-old and having trouble looking for a job you've come to the right place. Find information on searching for jobs, and the kind of jobs that are available to you. Also share your experiences looking for jobs and... [more]

If you're 15-years-old and having trouble looking for a job you've come to the right place. Find information on searching for jobs, and the kind of jobs that are available to you. Also share your experiences looking for jobs and contribute some useful tips for other 15-year-olds starting their job search.

If you're 15-years-old and looking for a job, you might be interested in some of these articles:

I'm 15-Years-Old and Need Help Finding a Job

How to Get a Work Permit

Under the Table Jobs for 15-Year-Olds


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If you're 14-years-old and can't find a job, don't worry, you're not alone. In fact, many minors find it hard to secure a job. Why? Well, although there are many places you can work, some employers may frown on hiring someone so young because there are restrictions on how many hours minors can work. In general, most states require minors to get a work permit signed by their employer. The work permit lays out restrictions, such as how many hours a day or week a minor can work, or until what hours a minor can work. Many employers don't want to deal with the ... Read Full Story
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During this recession, it appears that there are a lot of teenager who get difficulty in finding jobs particulary jobs for 15 year olds. This is because grown ups who lose their jobs inevitably take jobs commonly done by teens. Adult who formerly was a manager gets humble job as a waiter or delivery crew. If so happens, companies would rather hire adults who are considered more experienced than teens with the same pay. In addition to the numbers of grown ups who take teenager jobs, there are so many companies who are out of business and go bankrupt and that reduce career opportunities. ... Read Full Story
 
Written by tatiana on
So, you did a job search, went to interviews and now you've secured a job. Now what? Well the first thing you should do is get your employer to sign a work permit, so you can legally begin to work. Getting a work permit is really quite simple to do. You're high school should have a career center, if it doesn't, go to the main office and ask where you can find a work permit. Once you get your hands on a work permit, simply take it to your employer, have it signed, take it back to school and your school will sign and ... Read Full Story
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So, you're 14-years-old and looked for a part-time job, and just can't seem to find one. Don't worry, there are other options. It's time to look into getting paid, under the table. Although this might sound highly shady, it's not so bad. There are a number of basic services you can offer that allow you to get paid on a semi-normal basis, but not at legal establishments such as restaurants and grocery stores. Think of some services that you may be able to offer, such as babysitting, lawn mowing, driveway shoveling (during the winter) and tutoring. Also, think of any privately owned businesses around ... Read Full Story
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Wikizines are interactive magazines that anyone can create or edit - and this one is called "15 Year Old Jobs". Here you can find fresh voices and respond in real time. Some members write articles about recent news and trends related to the wikizine's topic, others recount relevant personal stories or share their favorite pictures and video clips. Got an interesting idea or story to share with other members of this wikizine? Well, then put on your journalist's cap and add your own article! Read Full Story
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At the age of 14 you can legally work in the United States, still it's hard for most minors to find a job. Why is this? Because even though you are allowed to work, you must still obtain a work permit from your school, and there are limits on how many hours you can work during a single day, or week.

Because of this, many employers choose not to hire minors in their establishments because working with their schedules sometimes proves to be too difficult. Still there are options.

We've provided you with a list of possible job opportunities. Remember, even thought you're a minor, still apply at any establishment you would like to work at. What's the worst they can do? Turn you down. But if you get the job, you're set.

Some Places to Apply

Restaurants - You can work as a host, cashier, dishwasher or bus boy/girl
Cafes/Delis/Bakeries
Ice Cream Shops/Candy Stores
Fast Food Restaurants
Grocery Stores
Retail Stores
Hotels/Bed and Breakfasts
Movie Theaters
Amusement Parks
Sports Complexes/Facilities
Municipal Parks (City/County)
Gas Stations
Officies - You may be able to get a job working at the front desk of an office
If you're CPR certified try getting a job at a local pool or gym
Local Paper - You can deliver newspaper on a paper route

If You Can't Seem to Find a Job

If you can't seem to find a job, don't worry, you have a number of other options

Ask neighbors if you can mow their lawn or garden for a weekly fee.
If you live somewhere that snows, shovel driveways.
Walk dogs in the neighborhood.
Become a babysitter or a nanny for family, friends or neighbors.
Go to the local church or nursery and see if they need any help with their children's programs.
If you live in an apartment complex that is privately owned, ask the manager if they need help cleaning or doing basic mainentance for a small fee.
Wash cars on the weekends.
If there are elderly people in your neighborhood, ask if you can do anything for them, like pick up groceries once or twice a week for a small fee.
If you live near a farm, see if you can help out with daily tasks.

Remember, be persistent, professional and creative when it comes to looking for a job.
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