Do you have to have refrences when you are a teenager and starting working?
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Hi there,\n\nNo, you don't *have* to, however it could help you to stand out from your peers. You likely don't have professional references at your age, however you could add teachers, guidance counselors, members from your sports team or church as references. \n\nBest of luck!
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Of course they do.  The workplace hasn't changed much despite what all the newspapers would like you to think.\n\nIf you want to make money, you have to work for it.  There's no way around that -- and young people know it.  They bust their butts if there's a potential to make a good chunk of change before they're 30.
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In CA, you need a worker's permit with consent from your parents if you are under 16. There are restrictions with the worker's permit, like how many hours you can work a day and per week, how late you can work. Many managers/companies don't want to deal with an employee who's work schedule is not flexible. Most likely, you won't be hired by anyone. Wait until your 16 years old or find a family friend who needs some light office work done or babysit.
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In North Carolina, you have to go to the court house and get a permission slip to go to work if you're under 18. I went to work at 14 and a half, but could only work certain days, and certain hours. Grocery stores, as cashiers, hamburger places, lots of places hire young people for the summer. My first job was bagging groceries. Good Luck, and have fun.........you meet lots of interesting people!
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Hello Meg. I got a job when I was 15 and have had many friends who have worked at a younger age, so perhaps I can provide a few ideas. Connections are always one good way to find work (through family or friends). Also, places that always seem to be hiring teenagers are grocery stores, the food industry (fast food places) and retail stores (such as places in the mall). Another place you could try include day camps. Also, you could run your own business, such as for lawn care, snow removal or tutoring. These could be good, as you can work your school schedule around them. Good luck finding a job!
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You need to be just over 15 and have a National Insurance No to get legal work in this country. A lot of jobs offered to younger people pay very low wages, they have no rights and will work long hours. Your CV can be done at home or school. Don't be to impatient to grow up.
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There are laws for teens working anywhere. You have to find a job where the hours are according to law. Some businesses will work with you,. try waitress, or waiter, dog or horse track, cleaning yards or houses... good luck!
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Teens can work at 16. Just need a permitt which is easy to get. Do a search type in Child Labor Laws and your state to find out how to get one. Also in some states the min age without a permit is 16 others 18. it all depends on the start. \nhttp://www.doli.state.mn.us/childlbr.html\n\nhttp://www.dwd.state.wi.us/er/labor_standards_bureau/child_labor_laws.htm\n\nhttp://www.dol.state.ga.us/em/child_labor.htm\n\nhttp://www.dol.ks.gov/ES/html/child_DEE.html
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No,you have to be 18 or prove that you Can take care of yourself. Graduating does nothing for you besides helping you get a job to support yourself.
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You could help them around the house as much as possible by cleaning, fixing or doing chores for them. Especially if there is something they need to pay someone else to do (like house painting or yardwork). There are many places you could work at 17, including resturants, grocery or retail stores, washing cars, anything. If you can afford to buy your own food and transportation you will unload a huge burden from your parents.
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AT 15 YOU CAN APPLY FOR YOUR WORKING PAPERS, AND THEN FIND A PART-TIME JOB.  MOST OF YOUR BIG GROCERY CHAINS WILL HIRE BAGGERS OR CART CHASERS AT 15 W/ WORKING PAPERS.
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i think working and earning money is a good way to learn the value of money and how to be responsible with it.....16 is probably a good time to start.....but really your never too young if you have the desire and the right type of job...i would suggest at 15 that you can start as a check out chick at a supermarket....but if mum says no help her around the house to earn a little pocket money.....that way she will be able to see that you are responsible enough...and who knows maybe she will change her mind.....
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yup, as long as you have a social # and stuff you can buy them, im 15 and  i know cause my friends parents invested money for him ever scince he was born so he could have collage money or something like that. and i know other people.
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A lot depends on what state you live in. Most state have laws about anyone under 18 & work. Also, many states will require a work permit. You should be able to get all the information you need from your school or employment office.\n\nHere is an example of the typical rules (from California)\n\nFourteen and fifteen-year-olds may be employed in the following occupations in the food service and retail industries:\n\n• Office and clerical work, including the operation of office machines.\n• Cashiering, selling, modeling, art work, work in advertising departments, window trimming, and comparative shopping.\n• Price marking and tagging by hand or by machine, assembling orders, packing and shelving.\n• Bagging and carrying out customers orders.\n• Errand and delivery work by foot, bicycle, or public transportation.\n• Cleanup work, including the use of vacuum cleaners and floor waxers, and maintenance of grounds, but not including the use of power-driven mowers or cutters.\n• Kitchen work and other work involved in preparing and serving food and beverages, including the operation of machines and devices used in the performance of this work, including but not limited to, dishwashers, toasters, dumbwaiters, popcorn poppers, milkshake blenders, and coffee grinders.\n• Cleaning vegetables and fruits, and wrapping, sealing, labeling, weighing, pricing, and stocking goods when performed in areas physically separate from areas where meat is prepared for sale and outside freezers or meat coolers.
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You must be 16 to be completely free to work. 14 and 15 year olds can work in very specific situations. See the site below.
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You can't work in a place of business until you are 14 with a work permit. \nYou can baby sit, walk dogs, wash dogs, mow grass, run errands for the elderly (within walking distance, your bike or with your mom's help), help out busy moms, wash cars or do odd jobs such as paint a fence, porch etc.
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All you need is cash.  I opened my first account in college.\n\nThey don't care whether or not you are employed.