I am 15 and all my friends are getting jobs with no experience except me. I have applied EVERYWHERE I’m not sure what the problem is I just updated my resume because maybe it was that but I don’t really know what to do now and my family is very tight on money and I really feel the pressure to find find a job so I can help as much as I can but no matter where I apply of where I look no one is hiring me. Maybe I should volunteer to make places to get more experience?

I'm 62 and retired after over 40 years of trucking. At 15 you can't expect to get many offers. First, you really have no experience doing anything. There are "teenager first jobs" out there but remember...there's more teenagers than there are jobs for them. I know it's discouraging but, trust me, right now is the best time of your life...enjoy it...be a kid. A lifelong relationship with work and responsibilities is definitely coming.

Call the American Red Cross, and ask if they have life guard certificate programs. It shows that you’re willing to get training. Being a lifeguard has “real” life responsibility. HOAs (Homeowners Associations), water parks, city pools, private lakes. It will allow you to meet people, that will recognize your hard work, and might know of other opportunities. Nursery / Garden Centers, Car washes, pet stores, movie theaters, then there’s fast food. Don’t give up. 🤞🍀

lol im 17 going through the same thing just keep applying we will get one soon HOPEFULLY 😂

For all of you young guys out here struggling to find employment you have options... Increase the skill base you have for where you want to go, consider the military if that is an option, obtain a trade in one of the following fields 1. Construction 2. IT 3. Marine or Maritime Industry 4. Professional Services. One glitch in the search you may not have considered is pre apprenticeship to apprenticeship gain the certification for a program that bridges the pre apprenticeship into an apprenticeship with the company you want to develop a career in. There are plenty of apprenticeships in a lot of industries. Check with your current school, local technical schools and labor unions to learn about the application process. Remember apprenticeship is earn while you learn. Most apprenticeships are starting around $18.50/hr with performance/skill attainment raises as you go. Good hunting to everyone

Yes, volunteering is an excellent way to get your foot in the door. Find something you enjoy doing, put your heart in it, and you will find doors opening. 👏🙏

Struggling with the same thing. I went into every job around me even in neighboring cities and no one is hiring yet everyone that is younger then me and I am 16 about to turn 17 are getting jobs. All the kids around me are from wealthy or middle class homes meanwhile me and my family struggle and it’s just so irritating that regardless how much I apply online or in person I don’t get accepted. It took my cousin until he turned 18 to finally get a job and keep in mind he’s been trying sense he was 15 aswell. I have a ton of volunteer experience but I guess it’s not what jobs want. I know I’m a very bubbly person and work great so it sucks walking into places with workers that have crappy attitudes.

Whereas I am 26, a fresh Master's Degree Graduate in IT and am looking for a first time job myself. I would like to work alongside a professor but sadly there's not many positions open and I have the restriction of having to stay local to my family.

When I was 15 I worked at fast food restaurants. One weekend and maybe 1 or 2 days, during the week, no later than 9 o'clock.

Just say some prayers and trust God. What is it that you want to do? Do you want to work with little children? Do you want to work in a grocery store, they hire 15 year olds. Do you want to work in a nursing home and take the elderly outside for walks and have lunch with them? Do you want to be a pet sitter? Are you strong enough to mow lawns? Do you want to work in a restaurant? The more options that you apply for the better your chances are of getting a job. Don't give up if you need to change up your resume a little bit do it. Tweak it to every job that you apply. Follow up with a phone call. If the business is nearby stop in and introduce yourself. You can do it you watch. Ask God to guide you. And trust that it will happen my dearest.
I have the utmost faith in you you're going to have a wonderful wonderful summer working at something that you enjoy so keep your chin up and get busy. Stay busy applying to jobs everyday set of goal to apply to at least two jobs. And in the meantime, smile try not to be on the cell phone all day. Put it aside after you apply for a job go outside and enjoy the day. If you have a pet dog take them for a walk. Apply and then let it go and stay off that phone all day. It's not good for you LOL
I don't know you but I'm going to pray for you.
Cindy

Get up early and go to Day Labor,They will get you work…
Pacesetter Personnel Service,Hire Quest,Labor Finders…
Don’t laugh,It’s money $100 bucks a day.
You should be fine until you find something better.

I have 9 years of experience in the telecommunications industry, specializing in fiber optic and RF transmission systems. My experience includes fiber optic cable installation, splicing, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, RF network monitoring, microwave link operations, and IP configuration.

After moving to New York, I have been actively searching for employment in my field. However, I have faced challenges finding a position that matches my experience and qualifications. Despite these difficulties, I remain motivated and continue to apply for opportunities while improving my skills and adapting to the U.S. job market.

I am eager to contribute my technical expertise, strong work ethic, and problem-solving abilities to a company that values experienced telecommunications professionals

Most posts are for engineering which is frustrating when you have the experience to do the job yet still requires an engineering degree I saw a post the person had years of the experience but was rejected because he didn’t have an engineering degree for a job that was simple and shouldn’t have needed an engineering degree

I was required to be 18 before I could apply anywhere in California due to child labor laws. Good luck to you

When I was 15 years old, my friends and I started a babysitting business(ironically years later, “ The Babysitter’s Club,” came out lol) but seriously, print out some fliers in your neighborhood and pass them out by rolling the paper and using the flag on mailboxes. I’m sure there are plenty of families with young children that would love to have a babysitter that lives in the neighborhood. It’s cash money and no taxes or deductibles that comes with working for a fast food joint or any company. You would be your own boss. It’s worth checking out :)

Don’t rush and keep trying the job market

Something else you can do, depending on what is available, is see if there is a local program where you are for children from low income or struggling homes. My daughter found an after school program as a teenager that would pick kids in the program up from their high school, go to a place to do their homework, and learn about water quality, while getting paid to do so.
It wasn't a ton of income, but she learned about how important water quality is, what signs to look for in any particular area, and she met people who worked with various water quality departments with the government who she could have helped her with a career in any of the areas that deal with water quality if she had wanted it.

As well, getting some type of exposure to and experience in other fields is a plus, even if it's volunteering. Critical thinking and problem solving is always a plus, as are honesty and finding joy even in the most menial tasks/jobs.

And one other tip. If you deal with customers at all, avoid saying "I don't know" when they ask you a question about something unless it's paired with "but let me get someone who can answer that" or "but if you'll be patient with me, I can try to look it up" or something similar.

Good luck!

Young men, I'm 59 been building houses all my life. Started when I was 14. There is something out there. Try for seasonal jobs , golf courses cutting grass. Star with neighbors put something on face book. But don't give up nothing worthwhile comes easy. Your friends also might have had a inside type or a relative to hook them up. So stay diligent. Although it's summer live it and go fishing or whatever suits you. Best of it to ya.

Any task that you have experience with: babysitting, cleaning, mowing the lawn​, unloading groceries, folding clothes... they all can be added unto your resume for work history.
Fast food may be able to schedule you for weekends. Movie theater for concessions. Green houses may be good to try. Restrauntants (not bars) you could be a dishwasher or a host...

I have two things;
1. Persistence. After you apply, follow up and communicate. Applications can sometimes go unseen, I have never hired or offered an interview to someone from the application, it was always after a follow up and usually the ones who follow up in person. Also look for an answer good or bad. Yes, great you have an opportunity. No, ask why "Thank you for the opportunity, if you don't mind, What could I focus on to be a better fit for this role". This may seem overkill to some for an entry level position but the way you do anything is the way you do everything and these are good habits to develop for the future

2. Desperation. You mention your family is tight on money, do your best not to let desperation come through. The fact is, people hire based on confidence in the individual to do the job and that's it. Desperation projects and effects the way you present yourself, from body language to the way you communicate. Work on being confident in yourself and it will leave an positive impression on potential employers.

And last but not least, you are 15. Thinking about your family's needs at this age shows maturity, but you should not feel responsible for making it right, that's just too much pressure to put on yourself. Get a job for YOU is the primary goal, helping out at home secondary. Pay yourself first then help where you can.

Good luck! hope to see a positive update from you soon.

If you can, make a phone call or even stop in looking presentable with another résumé in hand. A lot of times people are impressed that you would take the time to even stop by or give a phone call letting him know your interest. Show initiative, and potentially be hired on the spot. I found this method to be pretty effective. Obviously it doesn’t happen to every place you stop into but it is amazing that they will remember you if they see you on the street. Don’t be afraid, be memorable. Good luck.