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How old do you have to be to get a job?

How can a 17 year old get a job?

  • I have filled out applications almost everywhere! I've filled out applications for Burger King multiple times for the past year and a half! Same with Boston Market, Target, and Kmart! I've tried Arby's and Taco Bell a few times too. I never get a reply or a call! I need a job because I want to get a cheap Ford Bronco, Ford Ranger or Dodge Ram or pretty much any older 4x4 truck I could get. My parents said I have to pay for it myself. I'm not one of the spoiled kids that gets a new car for there birthday of there parents buy it for them. My family doesn't have a lot of money. But i'm fine with it, i'd rather buy it my own self. But I need a job first! SO HOW CAN A 17 YEAR OLD GET A JOB!? ANYTHING! FAST FOOD, RETAIL STORES! HOW?!

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    Present yourself smartly, be kind polite conscientious and considerate be as best as you can, go to god for help and pray to Jesus of Nazareth not that he will get you a job, but that he will look after you and let you be the best at your job and maybe even help you shine in the interview be nice, what you do in life goes back to you believe me try for yourself.

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Try local stores, camps, schools etc.

Hi

Did you know that the first thing an employer does is google your name? Clean up (or completely delete) anything in facebook, myspace, twitter, etc. Get a resume together. No matter how short it makes an impression. And google interview questions so you can practice answers. Careful with big trucks - gas prices could go through the roof this summer.

Go with the flow

IDK je ne sais pas but i fink probz b-tec, apprenticeship or just go to your local shop and ask if you could do work. make sure you get a national insurance card you can apply for one once your 16years old

XxKingSniprxX

Just be very consistent with all the places you've applied at, keep going and filling applications talk to the manager.

Miami Dolphins

put in an application and keep calling and calling and calling.

Elizabeth

You haven't tried everywhere! Try Publix.

Adam B

A grocery store as a courtesy clerk pushing carts and counting cans

Cpt.Obvious

Just keep trying, try looking online. Try anywhere and everywhere. Get involved with any activities in school that you can put on your cv. Took me 3 Years

Cliona

I would definitely see if there is a Toys R Us in your area because these jobs are perfect for teens your age. The advantage you have, even though you will start out working part-time is that you are almost an adult and they will heavily take that into consideration. 17 is the perfect age to start working in retail because if you work out real fgood for the company, they will hire you part-time when you turn 18. I believe the biggest mistake you may have made so far is not following up on your applications. These companies now expect people to follow up in person so they can weed out the ones who want the jobs badly from those who don't, so always follow up within two weeks after you apply anywhere.

Sandy49

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