Many people believe that they need to be 18 years old to get a job. This is true, yet it is not the final word. There are some jobs out there that you can be 15 years old and work at one. Some of them even come with a salary! And I must say, this article is for everyone, even if your parents don’t want you to work. I know it can be hard to save up for something you really want like a new video game, but you have to admit that you are getting older. And lately, the kids from school have been talking about jobs and salaries. You might have heard them talk about how much their parents earn. But what do you know? Honestly, not a lot. So that is why today we will talk about some jobs that will allow you to be paid at the tender age of 15.
You can apply for any job you want at 15. If you have the skills and experience, you can start working as soon as you graduate from high school.
The best way to know what jobs are available is to talk with people who work in the field that interests you. Talk to teachers, counselors, parents, or anyone else who might have some insight into the kinds of jobs that are available or hiring near your home.
If you’re still not sure where to start, here are some ideas:
-Work at a retail store or fast food restaurant
-Get a part-time job babysitting or dog walking
-Apply for an apprenticeship program through your local union
What jobs can you apply for at 15
Introduction
In many places, you can’t work in a regular, full-time job if you’re under 16. But that doesn’t mean you can’t earn some extra cash. There are plenty of options out there that won’t require signing off on hours with your parents or working after school when you have homework to do and extracurriculars to attend!
Retail
Retail jobs are great for teens because they’re easy to get. You can often find a job at a store that you like, or even one where you buy things. Try to find a place where they sell the kind of stuff you like—otherwise, why would you want to work there?
If your parents let you buy things on your own and if they don’t mind what kind of clothes or toys and games get sold at these stores (or don’t care), then this might be the perfect job for someone your age.
Babysitting
Babysitting is a great way to make money. The best part about babysitting is that you can do it in your own neighborhood, at home, for friends or family as well as for other people like strangers.
Restaurant jobs
A restaurant job is a great option for you to get your foot in the door of the workforce. You’ll learn key skills such as team work, time management, communication and patience. As a server at a fast-paced restaurant you will need to work long hours on your feet in order to help customers enjoy their meal. As well as serving food and drinks at tables, you may also be responsible for taking orders from customers over the phone.
You will also need to keep up with demand by keeping stock levels high by doing things like restocking shelves or picking up supplies from suppliers when needed – this can often mean staying late hours at night once everyone else has gone home!
Grocery store jobs
Grocery store jobs are open to people of all ages. Grocery stores often need employees to do things like stock shelves, clean the store and bag groceries. These jobs are a great way to earn some extra cash while you’re still in high school or college and can help you gain valuable work skills that will serve you well in the future.
Fast food jobs
Fast food jobs are available in many places, and can be a good entry-level job for someone starting out with no experience. Often fast food workers are required to cut their hair short, wear specific uniforms, and follow strict rules of conduct. Some fast food employees may even need to wear gloves or aprons while working. Fast food workers may also have a special language they use when speaking with customers; this is called “code” or “slang.”
Fast food jobs are often part-time and pay low wages; however they can provide valuable work experience such as customer service skills or interacting with people from different cultures. Many fast food workers move on to other careers later in life that pay more money but require more education (such as becoming a manager at McDonald’s).
Pet sitting and dog walking
If you’re in high school, summer is a great time to make some money. One way to do this is by sitting and walking dogs—a job that has many benefits for both you and your pet.
As the owner of a pet-sitting business, I get paid to care for other people’s dogs while they are traveling or busy with work. It’s fun because I love animals and it gives me an opportunity to take my own dog out on walks with other friends who have pets. Dogs love being social animals so they enjoy meeting new people and other dogs every day!
Some of my clients also give me money if they think I’m doing a good job taking care of their pets while they are away on vacation or otherwise occupied with work related issues (or just because). This means that even though it takes some time planning ahead when working as an independent contractor; once everyone else is ready then I can start earning extra cash immediately!
Ice cream shop jobs
Ice cream shops are always in need of help. Most often, a local ice cream shop will be happy to hire a 15-year-old if they can prove their ability to work hard and learn quickly. This is because most 15-year-olds have not yet completed high school, so they have time and energy to devote to the job.
One of the best things about working at an ice cream shop is that you’ll get hands-on training in all aspects of running the business: scooping ice cream (with both hands and a scooper), taking orders from customers, working with other employees on tasks like cleaning tables or stocking shelves with ice cream toppings, working with your manager on scheduling shifts for yourself and coworkers—and even helping out in the kitchen!
You can’t do the same jobs as your 18-year-old friend, but there are plenty of options if you need to earn some extra cash.
You can’t be a barista or server.
You can’t be a lifeguard.
You can’t be a camp counselor.
You can’t babysit (unless you’re going to be watching your own siblings).
And you certainly shouldn’t work as a bartender until you’re actually 21—that’s illegal!
Conclusion
With the right attitude and a little luck, you can find a job that fits your personality, schedule, and passion. Whether it’s working for someone else or even starting your own business (with some help from an adult), you can get experience that will be useful for the rest of your life. So what are you waiting for?
