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What kind of jobs or careers can I get at 15?
I’ve been looking for a good way to make money for myself.
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Eric’s Answer
Hi Kumiko,
There are various jobs and careers that may offer a starting wage of around $15 per hour. Some common options include positions in retail, such as sales associates or cashiers, where you can gain customer service experience and develop valuable communication skills. Warehouse or logistics jobs, such as package handlers or stock clerks, are also potential options. In the food industry, roles like baristas, fast food team members, or restaurant hosts may be available at this wage range. Additionally, some administrative or entry-level office positions, such as receptionists or data entry clerks, could offer a starting wage around $15 per hour. It's worth noting that wage rates can vary based on location, industry, and level of experience. Exploring these sectors and positions can provide opportunities for growth, skill development, and potential advancement as you progress in your career.
There are various jobs and careers that may offer a starting wage of around $15 per hour. Some common options include positions in retail, such as sales associates or cashiers, where you can gain customer service experience and develop valuable communication skills. Warehouse or logistics jobs, such as package handlers or stock clerks, are also potential options. In the food industry, roles like baristas, fast food team members, or restaurant hosts may be available at this wage range. Additionally, some administrative or entry-level office positions, such as receptionists or data entry clerks, could offer a starting wage around $15 per hour. It's worth noting that wage rates can vary based on location, industry, and level of experience. Exploring these sectors and positions can provide opportunities for growth, skill development, and potential advancement as you progress in your career.
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Theresa’s Answer
Some potential jobs would include child care, pet sitting or walking, lawn care, retail or food service. Try to find something that you like so you will stick with it!
Thank you so much for the advice.
Kumiko
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Audrey’s Answer
Hi Kumiko,
First, you should look at the child labor laws in your area to see what kinds of work you can legally be employed at and what limits exist on your work hours. For CO, the information is available here: https://cdle.colorado.gov/youth-law.
Most of the work that people your age can do involves retail in some capacity, like working at restaurants or grocery stores. Other possible options are agricultural, office, or janitorial work. Other kinds of work involve more gig-style jobs like babysitting, pet-sitting, tutoring, gardening, or cleaning.
First, you should look at the child labor laws in your area to see what kinds of work you can legally be employed at and what limits exist on your work hours. For CO, the information is available here: https://cdle.colorado.gov/youth-law.
Most of the work that people your age can do involves retail in some capacity, like working at restaurants or grocery stores. Other possible options are agricultural, office, or janitorial work. Other kinds of work involve more gig-style jobs like babysitting, pet-sitting, tutoring, gardening, or cleaning.
Thank you so so much! This was very informative and helpful, I will be using this info for sure!
Kumiko
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Ann’s Answer
There are companies that hire at age 15, depending on your state. There are things that don't require working for a company like dog walking, babysitting, tutoring young children, etc.
Best of luck!
Best of luck!
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Milad’s Answer
In addition to the usual ways of earning money, like delivering newspapers, walking dogs, or helping out with gardening in your neighborhood, you might want to consider some other options that you can do from the comfort of your home. Based on your personal interests and hobbies, you can try out different activities that let you tap into your entrepreneurial spirit while also gaining valuable skills and knowledge for the future. Here are some ideas:
- Sell your artwork or handmade crafts online
- Host an online yard sale by selling unused items on eBay
- Create apps or plugins for app stores
- Develop your own games using existing platforms (like Roblox)
- Offer tutoring services to your peers or younger kids
- And more!
Don't forget to keep your parents or guardians informed about what you're doing, so they can offer their support and guidance when needed.
- Sell your artwork or handmade crafts online
- Host an online yard sale by selling unused items on eBay
- Create apps or plugins for app stores
- Develop your own games using existing platforms (like Roblox)
- Offer tutoring services to your peers or younger kids
- And more!
Don't forget to keep your parents or guardians informed about what you're doing, so they can offer their support and guidance when needed.
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Becky’s Answer
Most first time jobs are in some type of service industry including places like grocery stores, pet stores, clothing stores, fast food restaurants, coffee shops etc. If you live in a larger town or city you may also have the opportunity to be part of a path of classes in high school that would require holding a job for part of your grade. This may be of interest to you if your school offers a career path you are interested in. I was able to secure a job with a local newspaper creating advertisements in high school as part of a program like this. There are career path programs at many schools around the country that include industries such as healthcare, business, manufacturing, agriculture, etc. that open up other opportunities that may not be as easily found on your own.
Happy job hunting.
Happy job hunting.
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Adam’s Answer
Your neighborhood supermarket is an excellent beginning point. Here, you'll experience various aspects in this environment:
1. Develop skills in engaging with the public and providing customer support.
2. Observe how others shop and plan their budgets for family meals.
3. Understand the behind-the-scenes operations of managing a business.
4. Discover numerous career opportunities available in this field.
5. This job is ideal for supporting your educational pursuits.
1. Develop skills in engaging with the public and providing customer support.
2. Observe how others shop and plan their budgets for family meals.
3. Understand the behind-the-scenes operations of managing a business.
4. Discover numerous career opportunities available in this field.
5. This job is ideal for supporting your educational pursuits.
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Whitney’s Answer
When I was 15 I worked for my local parks and rec department during the summer! This was a job they were looking for high schoolers to apply to and I supported the summer park programs that were mostly for elementary students. I liked it because I got to be outside but also it was expected that you were younger when working there so I didn't feel out of place!
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Sara’s Answer
Families often seek additional assistance in caring for their children. Don't hesitate to inform your network that you're available to look after kids. Families greatly appreciate services like tutoring, accompanying children to the playground, or assisting with drop-offs and pickups. As you gain more experience, you can confidently request higher hourly pay. Furthermore, local community centers and parks & recreation departments offer fantastic job opportunities for 14 and 15-year-olds. These positions range from front desk support, after-school youth assistance, program coordination, coaching, tutoring, lifeguarding, and more. Explore your community center or city's website to discover job openings for teenagers.
Thank you so much! Those are all wonderful ideas and I will be looking into them!!
Kumiko
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Caroline’s Answer
Hi Kumiko,
Some ideas include babysitting, dog walking, house sitting, lifeguard, yard clean up/yard work, car washing, video gaming/influencers, or a lemonade stand.
Good luck with your job search!
Some ideas include babysitting, dog walking, house sitting, lifeguard, yard clean up/yard work, car washing, video gaming/influencers, or a lemonade stand.
Good luck with your job search!
I appreciate your support! Thank you so much for the job ideas!
Kumiko
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Kevin’s Answer
During my high school days, I enjoyed buying and selling sports cards. Although it wasn't a typical job, I found it to be a fun way to make some money and it matched my personal interests. The best part is, looking back, it taught me valuable lessons about managing my finances, understanding the risks and rewards of investing, and operating a business.
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Renato’s Answer
I suggest looking into seasonal jobs, especially for the summer, as they are always in high demand. Don't forget to check out youth employment boards, which offer plenty of job opportunities for high school students.
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Rose’s Answer
Hello Kumiko!
My daughter is 15, and regrettably, in Nevada, the minimum age to work is 16. Nevertheless, she earns a fantastic income by engaging in small tasks that don't have an age restriction, such as babysitting for relatives and friends, walking dogs for neighbors, taking care of plants for family members, and baking delicious cakes and cookies for local food events.
My daughter is 15, and regrettably, in Nevada, the minimum age to work is 16. Nevertheless, she earns a fantastic income by engaging in small tasks that don't have an age restriction, such as babysitting for relatives and friends, walking dogs for neighbors, taking care of plants for family members, and baking delicious cakes and cookies for local food events.