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Why Employers Avoid Hiring Teens and What Teenagers Can Do About It

3/1/2017

Teenagers who are looking for jobs might be receiving a lot of rejection. Part of the reason for teen unemployment is due to employer’s perceptions of young workers. With this in mind, it could be helpful to know what these preconceived notions are. A way to overcome a hiring manager’s doubts is to come in with the skills and attributes that they want. Here is some insight as to what these recruiters are looking for and why they are not hiring teens.

JOB SEARCH GAME PLAN FOR 2017

2/16/2017

The job market has turned for the better. Employees are feeling more confident about the economy and are changing jobs for greener pastures. This leaves 5.5 million opportunities open for job seekers in the U.S. There is still competition, however, and a person searching for a job needs to be ahead of the game. Here is a guide to finding a job in 2017.

The Many Benefits for Teens who Work

1/17/2017

Teens who Work

If you are a teenager or you are in your early twenties, job searching can be tough. You are not alone. Finding employment if you are still in school has not gotten any easier in recent years.
However, young people who have graduated do usually find work and experience many benefits.

Read on to see how working can change your life.

5 Tips for Teen Job Search Success

10/5/2016

Jobs for Teens in Restaurants

If you are new to job searching, you might wonder where to start. The essential tips below explain what to do first and how to succeed in your teen job search.

Job Search for Teens

7/15/2016

Job Search for Teens

As a teenager, you may not be so eager about getting a part time job. Numerous teens are informed by their parents to get work once they strike that driving age. Car insurance and gas is not cheap. The caveat is that the job market for teens is weak because jobs that used to be for teens are now being filled by displaced adult workers. Employers will always favor an experienced adult over a kid, especially, if the kid is only 16. However, with some diligence, a teen can find opportunities at grocery stores, babysitting, movie theaters and fast food restaurants. First you need to know where to look.

How Graduates Can Find a Job with LinkedIn

6/26/2016

If you have graduated college and are ready to find a job, LinkedIn is a great way to find employment. It is a social network for business professionals. While not all job seekers use LinkedIn, most recruiters do. Here is how to use LinkedIn to find a job...

How to Get a Job

4/5/2016

How to Get a Job

As a teenager, the prospect of job searching can be intimidating. In this post we will cover where to look for a job, how to complete job applications, and the best tips for interviewing. Read on for some tips that will save you time and stress.

Self Employment for Students

3/21/2016

Self Employment for College Students

Most students do not have enough money to cruise through college without a job. In fact, the majority of undergraduates work more than 20 hours a week. There are the obvious choices for part time employment such as working as servers, working on campus, or working in retail. However, there are other choices that are more interesting. Here are fun ways to earn money while still in school.

The Problem with Online Job Applications

1/12/2016

Online Job Applications

If you are a teen or an adult and you have filled out countless online applications to no avail, I understand your frustration. Why, after all of your effort, do you immediately get an email saying your qualifications do not meet the needs of the position? The recruiting process is broken. There are two problems with the process. One is that a human being is not reviewing your information. The other is the questionnaire is designed to filter out anyone who does not meet a certain mold. If you need help getting through the process to an actual interview, read on.

Jobs for 13, 14 and 15 Year Olds

1/7/2016

Jobs for 13, 14 and 15 Year Olds

Teenagers commonly ask about jobs that they can do. At the ages of 13, 14 and 15, kids want to make money but do not know where to start. According to Ask.com, the typical teen spends $9,626 per year; the majority of spending is on food and clothing. Teenagers get more than 50 percent of their income from their mom and dad. While they may get money for birthdays and allowance, many young people want more.

Why it is Hard to Get a Job

There are two factors limiting access to the job market. First there are strict Federal child labor laws. 14 and 15 year olds cannot work more than three hours per school day and not more than eight hours a day on days off from school. Furthermore, they cannot operate dangerous machinery or handle hazardous materials. A teen has to obtain working papers to make it legal to work for an employer. The second factor to a limited access to employment is just that most businesses have policy not to hire teens unless they are a minimum of 16 years old.
These two factors do not completely stop a teen from making money, however. Here are the best job suggestions for children under the age of 16.

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