Do you know a responsible young teen looking for a job?
Getting a job at a young age is a wonderful character-building endeavor. Whether they’re just babysitting for a little bit of extra pocket money, or putting in additional hours to save up for college, teen jobs are a great stepping stone to adulthood responsibilities and money managing.
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That said, it’s not only babysitting or dog walking anymore. There are a lot of companies that hire as young as 14-year-olds! And with many of these, you can even work up towards managerial positions and better pay. Keep in mind though that the hiring process will vary by store and region, so always make sure to call ahead and ask about anything you’re unsure of.
💪 Jobs for 14-Year-Olds:
AMC Theaters
Get a job as a concession worker or usher at 14 at select locations of AMC Theaters. Contact them at ta@amctheatres.com or call 913-213-2000 and ask to speak with a Talent Acquisition representative.
Bruster’s Ice Cream
Bruster’s follows state child labor laws and store policies that determine hiring under the age of 16. Check with your local store for age requirements.
Burger King
Hiring age at Burger King is now 14 – but keep in mind that it varies by location, since labor laws are different in every state.
Chick-fil-A
Depending on location, Chick-fil-A will hire 14-year-olds. Make a call and check if your local restaurants are hiring.
Culver’s
Call Culver’s guest relations at 608-644-2176 and check if they’re hiring at 14, because their policy says they do, but it depends on the state.
Fareway
At Fareway you must be aged 14 years and older to work in their Grocery Department. You must be 18 years or older to work in the Meat Department, or the Bakery Department.
Giant Eagle
Giant Eagle hires 14-year-olds based on location.
Kroger & Affiliates
Get hired as young as 14 at Kroger & Affiliates as a bagger or stocker. You will need to have a proper work permit.
McDonald’s
McDonald’s hires 14 year olds based on location. Make sure to call and check if your state allows 14-year-olds to work.
Publix
Publix hires cashiers, service desk clerks, and floral clerks 14 and older.
Rita’s Italian Ice
Get a job as treat team member at Rita’s Italian Ice at 14. Contact them if you are eligible at this email: careers@ritascorp.com.
Runza
Select Runza locations are hiring as young as 14.
Starbucks
Although Starbucks usually hires at 16, due to state laws in Montana, you can get a job at 14. Follow them on Instagram to stay in the loop.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Select locations of independently owned Tropical Smoothie Cafe are hiring 14-year-olds.
Wendy’s
Wendy’s is hiring for customer service and cleaning positions as young as 14 at select locations.
Winn Dixie & Affiliates
This company, owned by Southeastern Grocers, hires baggers 14 and older.
💪 Jobs for 15-Year-Olds:
Baskin-Robbins
Baskin-Robbins, which is one of Dunkin’ brands, is hiring 15 year old at select locations.
Boston Market
You can get a job at Boston Market when you turn 15.
Chuck E. Cheese
Depending on location, get a job as a check attendant or cast member at Chuck E. Cheese.
Goldfish Swim School
Goldfish Swim School is offering several positions for 15-year-olds.
KFC
KFC is hiring 15 year old crew members.
Six Flags
You can get hired at 15 for select positions at Six Flags.
Taco Bell
To get a job at select Taco Bell locations when you’re 15, you will need a work permit.
💪 Jobs for 16-Year-Olds:
American Eagle Outfitters
Get hired for select positions (e.g. brand ambassador) at American Eagle Outfitters when you turn 16.
Best Buy
At 16, you can get a job at Best Buy. Age requirements may vary by position and will be included in the requirements section of the job description.
Buffalo Wild Wings
Most Buffalo Wild Wings locations hire 16-year-olds.
Casey’s
Get a job at Casey’s convenience store or gas station when you turn 16. Many positions are available.
Chipotle
Chipotle offers many positions to 16-year-olds and they pay $15/hour.
Cinemark
Get a job at these theaters when you turn 16.
Claire’s
Based on location, you can get a job at Claire’s at 16.
Cold Stone Creamery
Depending on state policy, Cold Stone Creamery will hire 16-year-olds. Keep in mind that they’re owned and operated by independent franchisee operators, so requirements can vary.
CVS Health
16-year-olds can get a job at CVS.
Dollar Tree
Dollar Tree offers jobs to 16-year-olds.
Domino’s
Select positions are available for 16-year-olds at Domino’s. It’s plus for them if they love pizza.
Friendly’s
Friendly’s is offering a lot of positions to 16year-olds.
Hot Topic
16-year-olds can get a job at Hot Topic.
Jimmy John’s
Jimmy John’s is hiring 16-year-olds.
Journeys
Journeys hires 16-year-olds and the greatest benefit of working for them is the 40% off employee discount.
Little Caesar’s
Get a job at Little Caesar’s pizza place at 16.
Menchie’s
Many locations of Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt hires 16-year-olds, although it varies by state.
Panera Bread
Most Panera Bread locations will hire 16-year-olds.
Popeyes
Depending on state, you can get a job at Popeyes at 16.
Regal Cinemas
Select positions are available for 16-year-olds at Regal Cinemas.
Target
Target hires 16-year-olds for select positions.
Top Golf
Top Golf offers various positions to teens 16 and over.
ULTA Beauty
ULTA offers opportunities for teens aged 16 and up as a Beauty Advisor, Task Associate and Prestige Beauty Advisor. Not applicable in NJ, TN, and TX.
Walmart
Get a job at Walmart when you turn 16.
Online Resources For Teen Job Search 🖥️
There are several online resources you can use to find a job, either as a teen or as a parent on behalf of their child:
- Care.com – As a parent, you can sign up in your teen’s name (as young as 14) and look through available jobs nearby, including but not limited to, babysitting, house sitting, pet care, etc.
- Facebook – Similar to Nextdoor, you can join your neighborhood Facebook group and promote your services.
- Jobs for Teens HQ – Find jobs and job ideas for teens as young as 11!
Need More Teen Job Ideas? 🤔
Here’s a list of 38 common and uncommon jobs for teens that might give you new ideas:
- Artist (selling handmade arts and crafts online or in person)
- Babysitter
- Bowling alley assistant
- Busser
- Camp Counselor
- Car washer
- Cashier
- Child care assistant
- Concession worker
- Dishwasher
- Dog walker
- Fast food worker
- Food prep worker
- Golf caddy
- Grocery store bagger
- Harvest assistant in an orchard of farm
- House sitter
- Helper in retirement communities
- Kennel assistant
- Landscaper
- Lawn mower
- Library assistant
- Lifeguard or swim instructor
- Local attractions
- Local pizza places
- Mom’s helper
- Nursery worker
- Office worker
- Paper delivery service
- Pet sitter
- Plant sitter
- Pool cleaner
- Private sports coach
- Host/hostess at a restaurant
- Sports referee/umpire
- Shampoo assistant
- Tutor (music, math, science, English, etc.)
- Yard assistant
What Laws Are There For Teen Labor? 👩⚖️
It is crucial that teen labor is regulated by the government in order to avoid exploitation. You can read the Fair Labor Standards Act in its entirety, but since it’s pretty technical and boring to read (don’t tell anyone I said that 🤣), I will pull the most relevant points below.
Other than workplaces being obligated to pay teens federal minimum wage, the most important thing is that teens cannot work during school hours, plus they can’t work:
- more than 3 hours on a school day, including Fridays.
- over 18 hours per week when school is in session.
- more than 8 hours per day when school is not in session
- more than 40 hours per week when school is not in session.
- before 7 AM or after 7 PM on any day, except June 1st through Labor Day, when night-time work hours are extended to 9 PM.
While this seems like too many restrictions, it actually works out pretty well because jobs that teens can do are usually well adjusted to teen schedules, plus there are a lot of seasonal jobs that teens can do over summer and winter breaks.
Another thing to keep in mind is that some states require teens to get work permits before starting their first job. You can check if that’s your state’s requirement at the Department of Labor directly, or you can ask you school’s guidance office.
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