Do you have job advice for a teen?

Ok. so i'm15 and i really want a job


i don't know how to go about it %26amp; my parents are no help.





any advice on how i can get a job?





please and thank you (:Do you have job advice for a teen?
First off, most people hire 16 and older unfortunately for you. I would however suggest the following places to try. Movie theater, Fast food, or a grocery store that still uses baggers. Also dog groomers/walkers and kennels can always use the help.





Now that we have established a place to go, kind of... Lets talk about your attitude. When you walk into a place to pick up an application, look like you are ready to take the interview. In other words dress for success. Yes its just picking up a piece of paper but its the first impression that gets them. Once you get the application take it with you and ask when a good time to bring it back would be. Most managers will tell you any day except Monday or Friday as those are just really hectic days usually.


When returning the application, be dressed and ready for an interview.





Now... If you turn the application in and they tell you they will call you in a few days, ask when a good day is to check up on your application. They will usually tell you a day later in the week. Keep this in mind and CALL them and politely remind them of who you are and that you wanted to give them a few days to look over your application and that you will be looking forward to an interview.


(If they keep putting you off, go down there in person, once again dressed for an interview and let them know you are still available for a job.)


If they set you up for an interview right away, great. Get the time and date, be 10 minutes early to that interview. Bring a pen and a notepad(without the hello kitty stickers on it) and be ready to take notes. Also be dressed to impress once again.





Now for the interview questions.


Most businesses have a set form of questions they ask you.


The first is usually an ice breaker such as.


-Tell me about yourself.


Tell them about you. Start off with your name, where you go to school, what your studying, and groups you are in in school... any sports you play. Anything that makes you interesting.


Interviewers do not want to hear you like to hang with friends, or shop. They are interested that you have a goal in life.





Also they will ask you things like


-what is customer service


-Where do you see your self in 1 year/3 years etc...


-What is team work





They do NOT want to hear ummm's and ahhh's


they want to know what you think customer service is, that you have a goal outside of highschool, and that you understand team work is not just working with a team, but working as a team.





Above all, if you are nervous, breathe. Look good, sit straight, dress to impress, and smile!


Hope this helps a bit!Do you have job advice for a teen?
you are qualified to serve bugers at Mc Donalds
Smaller franchises are easier to get jobs at (Mc Donalds, Baskin Robbins, Togo's, Taco Bell, etc..) because they have a high turnover rate, which means they go through people fast. They are good places to get some work experience to start off with. Just remember that no matter where you get your first job, its unlikely that it will be the place you stay with forever! You just need to get your foot in the door.
well, assuming your state doesn't require a workers permit (some states require you to be 16 to get a job without one) just go out to places and ask for applications. fill them out correctly and honestly. if you get a call for an interview, in most cases of your type of jobs, that means you're going to get the job, but not always. just go around and ask for aps and turn them in. just remember to have a social security card and ID when you go in for interviews and what not.
A lot of local small grocery stores will let you work at 15. That is about the only thing I can find in my area besides a McDonalds. If you find anything, let me know.





Good luck in your search! What do you think of this?


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Go to places and ask if they are hiring, don't go online or call. I've met several busniess owners who won't even consider some one who won't come in person.





When you do go in, make sure you dress nicely. Don't go in wearing a tank top with something written on the shirt. But don't dress formal. I usually just wear a white T-shirt. It's nice, but not overdoing it.





Last but not least, be polite. The first impression is extremely important.





I hope I didn't confuse you with all of that, good luck with getting a job.
Remember there are 3 main things an employer is looking for.


1. Longevity


2. Work ethic


3. Lowest pay
just take your CV into a few shops around your area, if you live near a McDonalds you can apply online..
no..but if you find out, plz tell me
project payday best for me
Go around and ask. It's actually very simple. Go up to a fast food place, and ask the person in the front if there are any job oppenings. Notice the age and personalty of the person you are talking to, this will give you a good look of what is expected of you.
Since everybody else is bullshitting I'll give you the info you need. Getting a job right now is tough.





When you go out to apply, bring your own pen and fill the application right then and try to talk to the manager face to face. Dont dress super formal and dont dress sloppy. Dont wear a hat. If this helps I recommend dressing like a ';prep';. Hand the application in to the manager.





Never apply to one place and wait for them. Give yourself an afternoon of pure boredom and stop by as many places as you can and submit applications. Give it about 6-7 days and call them all asking if they've looked over your application (important).





Interviews. When you go in for an interview dress like a ';prep'; again. Do NOT wear a hat. Seriously I can't stress that enough I've seen a lot of people get denied immediately because they come in with a hat. Try not to be nervous and just talk to them like they were a friend. Its okay to ask them questions about the position available such as hours and shift. No need to conjure exotic compound sentences to try to sound formal or professional.





Be prepared for questions referring to previous experience of leadership, or previous experience working as a team. They will probably ask you things like that since you have no prior experience.





Try to smile as much as possible. Shake their hand when you leave an interview and when you arrive.
Learn how to run your own business so you never have to be enslaved by any corporation. That way YOU bring home all the profits and make the rules! This economy is a good indicator of what the future should be for you. Good luck! You are our future!
You can try Babysitting jobs in your area on Craigslist.com.


If not, try Careerbuilder.com, they have some retail store jobs.





I'm assuming your a beginner in the ';job world';,


So i would recommend babysitting or anything of that nature.





I hope i helped,


Good Luck.





:)
Babysit or wait until your 16 and go to Cosco cause they pay really well
hi haha im in the EXACT same position as you! im 15 and my parents are no hekp either. all ive been doing is searching on seek.co.nz and trademe..oh and the papers. but im in new zealand. ill be keeping an eye out for you other answers...
Just stop in to places you want to work at and ask for an application. Bring the applications back home, fill them out, and then bring them back. It's pretty simple. Then, the place will contact you if they want to interview you for the job. If you want to earn good money, work somewhere you'll get tips.
GOOD LUCK!!! that's all i have to say about that! even adults with years of experience are having a hell of a time finding a job in this economy.
the mall
ask Ivy.





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Make a resume. And go to local stores or the local mall ask around at the stores if they are currently hiring. Some may ask you to fill out an application. If they are not hiring it is still good to fill out an application and leave a resume so they will call you when they are hiring. I got my first job when I was 15 even though they only hired 16 years and up they still hired me all they needed was a letter of permission from a parent.
you can get an easy job in an area where you are most comfortable working in
i suggest you try project payday, the best of all i tried, it's free to sign up until this Tuesday, or %26amp;45 after tuesday
pace yourself. don't gas yourself up and make plans, get alot of applications, and work during the summer
get a job.





go apply,for a job
really it depends where you live. Now if you live where there is a six flags park, go there. they hire anyone. given you cant be picky bout your pay or the job they offer you. but its a job. if your gonna be picky then no one can help you but otherwise try major companies like walmart walgreens mcdonalds burgerking etc etc
apply to a lot of job. and never ever give up. =]
Well you first need a resume. On the resume you would put your experiences and skills. Like if you're good with computers or maybe you're great with animals or something. You can put volunteer experiences, schools you've been too. Brag about yourself, what you've accomplished that makes your application better than the others. You would also put your age and personal info like phone number and address.





If you find a place hiring drop off your resume with a cover letter. A cover letter is letter saying Hi, I'm blah and I am interested in working at blah because blahblahblah. Give them reasons. If you want to work at Starbucks tell them you love their drinks, their customer service is nice and such. Flatter them.





Ask to speak to the manager so you can show the manager you care about the job enough to talk to him/her in person. Hand them the resume and maybe ask them if they are hiring, or when you might hear back from them. Just remember to BE POLITE and smile. Be friendly. You might want to call back in a week if they haven't called back.


Ask your relatives or friends about jobs too and what THEY put on their resumes for advice as well.


I hope I helped a tad and hope it goes well! :)


[It's my first time answering a question =)]
I still believe parents know best. So listening to them might be your best option, however if they are letting you out on your own. At 15, the best places for you to work are grocery stores. They usually always hire for cashiers, and in the mean time you can work up a resume, and find jobs that don't have restrictions on age, or for your age level.





Happy Job Hunting!
i would try publix i know being a bag girl may not sound too appealing but i would give it a try!! also maybe baby sitting dog walking stuff like that





GOOD LUCK
Put together a resume put down your availability, your interests and get a reference from a teacher. Just remember every one has to start somewhere people love hiring kids still in school it's cheaper for them! Just look on line and apply and hand out resumes. Just be super confident and go for it! First jobs are usually the best not to much responsibility lol!