"how old should someone be to get a job" (your opinion) (apply, jobs)
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Some 14 year olds are mature enough to babysit and I have met a few 14 year olds that can't be left home alone without getting into some type of trouble.
Trust your parents to know what type of 14 year old you are.
My advice? Enjoy being young. It's lovely that want to work and want a little independence, but trust me; you will have the rest of your life to work. Adulthood will come sooner than you think.
Try not to keep pressuring mom and dad to let you work. If it's extra money you're after, just ask them. Or see if there's anything you can do for them to earn the money.
You're fourteen, girlfriend! Enjoy your summer! Watch Teen Wolf and go hang out at the pool.
Offer to do extra chores at home for a bit more pocket money. Maybe they don't think you're mature enough to babysit so show them that you are mature by doing more at home, concentrating harder at school and things like that.
Or just be 14 and enjoy yourself like you're supposed to.
Each state has a different law on age. I had my first job when I was 14. I believe that is a perfect age to begin, seeing that you are entering high school around that age. Saving for a car, have responsibilities, staying out of trouble (whether that be on the streets or at home) are all good things that come from having a job. They will make you appreciate things a bit more. Good luck.
Apply to summer jobs between grades in high school, most places are wiling to hire you. Try local restaurants, grocery stores, movie theaters, etc. Unfortunately, you will be going against middle-aged folks all trying to get the same job.
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Originally Posted by MJ7
Each state has a different law on age. I had my first job when I was 14. I believe that is a perfect age to begin, seeing that you are entering high school around that age. Saving for a car, have responsibilities, staying out of trouble (whether that be on the streets or at home) are all good things that come from having a job. They will make you appreciate things a bit more. Good luck.
Apply to summer jobs between grades in high school, most places are wiling to hire you. Try local restaurants, grocery stores, movie theaters, etc. Unfortunately, you will be going against middle-aged folks all trying to get the same job.
The laws have changed a lot since I worked at age 14 peeling potatoes at a restaurant. The school had to sign the permit form and I had to get a food handler's card, and that was it. Now there are many restrictions on the hours and what the minor can do as far as equipment usage. You are at the mercy of your parents, and have to do (or not do) as they say. What is their reason for not letting you babysit? I would suggest that you find a babysitting certification program, we have them through the library, local hospitals, and the Red Cross. You will be well trained and prepared to handle the situations that may come up. You are missing out on good money, babysitters in our area are getting $15/hour.
I would never discourage a young person from working. If you are that ambitious, good for you! You are already ahead of most people your age.
There must be reasons your parents do not want you to babysit, and it may have nothing to do with you. Have a conversation with them about what they would allow you to do over the summer. Others have provided you with some suggestions. You could also caddy at a golf course or take on a paper route. Ask your parents to support you in your desire to do something in order to earn some money, and let them know you'll bank a third to one half of what you make. This will let them see you're mature enough to know what to do with money once you've earned it.
Wanting to work to make some money at the age of 14 is admirable and I wish you best of luck.
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I got a paper route at 13 and went around with a friend at that age door to door shoveling. It's not too young, but opportunities may be limited. By 15 I was doing some caddying.
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