Jobs For Teens in 2024: These Companies Hire 14, 15, & 16 Year Olds!
Is your teen searching for a job and coming up short? The best jobs for teens aren’t as hard to come by as you might think!
Check out the best jobs for teens – these companies hire as young as 14-year-olds. Plus, find out how much they’ll earn per hour at each!
The following companies may offer jobs for high school students and teens, although it is important to note that the hiring process does vary by store and region. Contact the local businesses in your area to learn more about their individual hiring practices and requirements.
The average rates listed below are based on average reported rates for the hiring positions eligible for teens. They’re not guaranteed and are not a reflection of starting part-time rates. All rates will vary by location and based on experience.
Jobs for 14 year olds:
AMC Theaters
AMC hires crew members 14 and older at select locations.
Job tasks may include: selling tickets, working concessions, and ushering auditoriums.
Average pay: $15/hr
Bruster’s
Bruster’s hires crew members 14 and older based on state labor laws and local store policies.
Job tasks may include: preparing drinks and ice cream treats, taking orders, and making change.
Average pay: $13/hr
Burger King
Burger King restaurants recently made the news for advertising team member jobs to 14 and 15-year-olds, so check your nearest location for requirements.
Job tasks may include: cleaning the food or stock areas, operating fryers & microwaves, manning the food preparation production line, and assisting in the kitchen area.
Average pay: $13/hr
Chick-fil-A
Chick-fil-A hires restaurant team members 14 and older at select locations. Some locations wait until 16-18.
Job tasks may include: greeting customers, taking customer orders, assembling sandwiches, and completing transactions on the cash register.
Average pay: $14/hr
Culver’s
Culver’s hires team members 14 and older at select locations.
Job tasks may include: greeting guests, sanitation tasks, and serving meals for the guests.
Average pay: $13/hr
Fareway
Fareway grocery stores hire team members 14 and older for the Grocery Department.
Job tasks may include: stocking shelves, assisting customers, and maintaining a clean and organized store.
Average pay: $14/hr
Giant Eagle
Rumor has it that Giant Eagle hires bakery clerks or shopping cart attendants as young as 14.
Job tasks may include: assisting with groceries, taking special orders, stocking the bakery, and maintaining a clean and organized store.
Average pay: $16/hr
Kroger & affiliates
Kroger & affiliates hire baggers or stockers with a proper work permit as young as 14 years old.
Job tasks may include: assisting with groceries, stocking shelves, and maintaining an organized store.
Average pay: $14/hr
McDonald’s
Select McDonald’s locations hire crew members as young as 14 years old.
Job tasks may include: cleaning the food or stock areas, manning the food preparation production line, and assisting in the kitchen area.
Average pay: $14/hr
Parques Reunidos
Palace Entertainment (owned and operated by Parques Reunidos) hires team members 14 and older for Park Services, Admissions, Food & Beverage Cashier, and Parking Attendant positions.
Job tasks may include: selling and collecting tickets, assisting with lockers, issuing season passes, and greeting guests.
Average pay: $16/hr
Publix
Publix hires cashiers, service desk clerks, and floral clerks 14 and older.
Job tasks may include: greeting customers, bagging groceries, and proper care and presentation of flowers.
Average pay: $13.94/hr
Rita’s Italian Ice
Rita’s Italian Ice hires treat team members 14 and older.
Job tasks may include: greeting customers, knowledge of products, and fulfilling customer orders.
Average pay: $15/hr
Runza
Select Runza locations hire crew members 14 and older.
Job tasks may include: greeting customers, knowledge of products, and fulfilling customer orders.
Average pay: $15/hr
Starbucks
The minimum age requirement to work at Starbucks is 16 except in Montana, where select locations may hire team members who are 14 and older.
Job tasks may include: greeting customers, taking orders, and making drinks and food.
Average pay: $16/hr
Tropical Smoothie
Many independently owned Tropical Smoothie locations hire team members 15 and older, but some locations (e.g., Rockford, IL) are open to hiring 14-year-olds.
Job tasks may include: maintaining a sanitary workstation, cleaning and organizing the kitchen and workspaces, and assembling and serving fresh food and smoothies.
Average pay: $13/hr
Wendy’s
Some Wendy’s locations may hire as young as 14 for customer service and cleaning positions.
Job tasks may include: maintaining clean workspaces and restaurants, greeting guests and taking orders via drive-thru.
Average pay: $13/hr
Winn-Dixie (owned by Southeastern Grocers)
Winn Dixie grocery stores hire teens 14 years and older as baggers.
Job tasks may include: bagging groceries, restocking bags, and assisting customers as needed.
Average pay: $13/hr
Jobs for 15 year olds:
Baskin-Robbins (owned by Dunkin’)
Baskin Robbins hires team members 15 and older at select locations.
Job tasks may include: scooping ice cream, maintaining a clean store, and greeting customers.
Average pay: $13/hr
Boston Market
Boston Market hires team members 15 and older as a dishwasher or front-end assistants.
Job tasks may include: cleaning dirty dishes, stocking clean dishes, and greeting guests.
Average pay: $15/hr
Chuck E. Cheese
Depending on the location, Chuck E. Cheese hires teen check attendants and cast members from ages 15 and older.
Job tasks may include: greeting and stamping guests upon arrival, assisting with group parties, and making sure games are working properly.
Average pay: $14/hr
Goldfish Swim School
At Goldfish Swim School, 15-year-olds may have an opportunity to be a lifeguard. This position will require in-house training and will require each employee to pass the necessary exams as well.
Job tasks may include: displaying leadership, emergency management, and basic life support skills.
Average pay: $16/hr
KFC
Many KFCs hire team/crew members as young as 15.
Job tasks may include: greeting customers, cleaning up after them, or performing other duties related to customer service.
Average pay: $13/hr
Six Flags
Six Flag theme parks hire 15-year-olds for select positions.
Job tasks may include: greeting and assisting guests as needed and inspecting assigned locations for quality, cleanliness, and safety concerns.
Average pay: $13/hr
Taco Bell
Some independently owned Taco Bell locations may hire team members 15 and older, provided they have a work permit.
Job tasks may include: Taking orders or preparing food, assisting in resolving any service or food issues, and maintaining a clean, safe work and dining environment.
Average pay: $13/hr
Jobs for 16 year olds:
American Eagle Outfitters
The popular clothing company, American Eagle Outfitters, hires 16-year-olds for select positions, like Brand Ambassador or Sales Associate. Plus, employees receive 40% off merch, which is great if they love sporting AE clothing already.
Job tasks may include: keeping a tidy and stocked store, knowledge of products, and providing customers with an exceptional shopping experience.
Average pay: $14/hr
Best Buy
Best Buy hires employees who are 16 and older for select positions including Cashier, Sales Associate, or Computer Technician with proper experience.
Job tasks may include:
Average pay: $16/hr
Buffalo Wild Wings
Starting at 16, many Buffalo Wild Wings locations will hire teens for select positions such as host, cook, or cashier.
Job tasks may include: greeting guests, preparing meals for guests, knowledge of menu, and completing orders.
Average pay: $15/hr
Casey’s
The popular gas station and convenience store, Casey’s, has many jobs available to 16-year-olds.
Job tasks may include: greeting guests, running the cash register, ensuring the store is stocked and clean, preparing food items, and operating select food equipment.
Average pay: $15/hr
Chipotle
You must be at least 16 years old to work at Chipotle and we hear they offer pretty competitive rates if you stick with it too. Teens will start at the entry level working the burrito line.
Job tasks may include: Preparing guests’ meals, keeping food stocked, and maintaining a clean working space.
Average pay: $14.50/hr
Cinemark
Cinemark theaters have entry-level crew member positions available to 16-year-olds.
Job tasks may include: selling tickets, working concessions, providing movie information, and ushering auditoriums.
Average pay: $13.50/hr
Claire’s
Some Claire’s locations hire sales associates as young as 16 years old.
Job tasks may include: processing customer payments, running cash registers, knowledge of store merchandise, and greeting customers.
Average pay: $15/hr
Cold Stone Creamery
Age requirements vary by state and location, but many Cold Stone Creamery locations hire crew members starting at 16-year-olds.
Job tasks may include: greeting guests, making the “world’s best ice cream”, and maintaining a clean space and dining room.
Average pay: $14/hr
CVS Health
CVS hires employees as young as 16 for positions such as cashiers, sales associates, and beauty care associates.
Job tasks may include: greeting guests and helping them with product questions, performing cashier duties, and directing customers as needed with product knowledge.
Average pay: $17/hr
Dollar Tree
Dollar Tree stores now hire 16-year-olds for select positions at entry levels.
Job tasks may include: greeting customers, keeping shelves stocked, completing transactions, and answering questions regarding the store and merchandise.
Average pay: $14/hr
Domino’s
Any teen who is at least 16 years old and loves pizza can apply for entry-level team member positions at Domino’s Pizza.
Job tasks may include: preparing food, receiving and processing telephone orders, performing cash register duties, taking inventory, and maintaining a clean environment.
Average pay: $14/hr
Friendly’s
The restaurant, Friendly’s, hires 16-year-olds for multiple positions including ice cream scooper, dishwasher, host, fountain worker, cook, server, and production worker.
Job tasks may include greeting and seating guests, taking guests’ orders, keeping work spaces tidy and stocked, helping prepare meals, and ensuring a satisfactory experience for all guests.
Average pay: $14/hr
Hot Topic
Hot Topic stores offer jobs to 16-year-olds such as sales or brand associates.
Job tasks may include: providing a great shopping experience, greeting customers, completing transactions, and knowledge of store merchandise.
Average pay: $14.50/hr
Jimmy John’s
The popular sandwich shop, Jimmy John’s, hires crew members and sandwich artists as young as 16-year-olds.
Job tasks may include: greeting customers, preparing sandwiches quickly and accurately, keeping ingredients and products stocked, and maintaining clean work space and dining areas.
Average pay: $13/hr
Journeys
Sales associates at Journey’s locations can be as young as 16 and receive a 40% employee discount.
Job tasks may include: helping to keep merchandise tidy on the sales floor, updating the store with new product and marketing materials, and greeting guests.
Average pay: $14/hr
Little Caesar’s Pizza
The affordable pizza joint Little Caesar’s, hires crew members and cashiers as young as 16.
Job tasks may include: taking and preparing customer orders, maintaining clean working and dining spaces, and flexibility to work at different stations at any given time.
Average pay: $13/hr
Menchie’s
Age requirements vary by location and state, but many Menchie’s locations hire 16-year-olds and we found the average pay to be pretty competitive too.
Job tasks may include: maintaining clean and tidy working and dining spaces, preparing frozen yogurt orders, and creating the Menchie’s experience with great customer service skills.
Average pay: $17/hr
Panera Bread
Most Panera Bread locations hire daytime team members aged 16 and older.
Job tasks may include: ringing up orders quickly and accurately, knowledge of the menu, helping customers with questions or requests, and maintaining a clean working and dining space.
Average pay: $14/hr
Popeyes
Most Popeyes locations hire team members starting at 16 years old.
Job tasks may include: cleaning the food or stock areas, greeting guests, operating cooking equipment, preparing food, and assisting in the kitchen area.
Average pay: $13/hr
Regal Cinemas
Regal Cinemas locations hire 16-year-olds for select positions such as cashiers, concession workers, floor staff, and more. Employees even get special perks such as free movies and discounted concessions.
Job tasks may include: selling tickets, working concessions, maintaining clean and sanitary spaces, and ushering auditoriums.
Average pay: $15.50/hr
Target
The popular retailer, Target, sometimes hires 16-year-olds for select positions. Some entry-level positions available for teens are cart attendants, cashiers, sales floor and food service team members, and customer service representatives.
Job tasks may include: collecting and keeping shopping carts stocked and tidy, helping customers as needed, resolving guests’ concerns, and keeping store inventory stocked.
Average pay: $16/hr
Topgolf
Teen golfers will be excited to hear that Topgolf hires 16-year-olds at entry-level positions such as food runners and Topgolf Bay hosts.
Job tasks may include: setting up and providing instructions on how to use Topgolf technology, creating a memorable experience for guests, assisting with food orders, and maintaining a clean and orderly facility.
Average pay: $15/hr
Ulta Beauty
Ulta Beauty stores in select states now hire as young as 16. Available jobs for teens vary from Beauty Advisors to Prestige Beauty Advisors and Task Associates.
Job tasks may include: providing exceptional guest experiences, determining individual needs of guests, conducting cashier tasks, stocking merchandise, and maintaining overall store cleanliness.
Average pay: $16/hr
Walmart
Walmart hires 16-year-olds for select positions such as stockists and cart attendants. However, the positions will vary by store depending on state and local labor laws.
Job tasks may include: taking inventory of merchandise, stocking store shelves, maintaining a clean and orderly store, and collecting and keeping shopping carts stocked and tidy.
Average pay: $16/hr
Still looking for more jobs for teens?
Other great places to promote your services include Nextdoor or your neighborhood’s Facebook group. Jobs for Teens HQ is another great resource. You can also filter results for those that are specifically online jobs for teens on Indeed! Some of these online jobs for teens include customer service and virtual assistant positions.
More great job ideas for young teens (and even jobs for 13-year-olds) that require minimal experience & are great for building resumes:
- Artist (selling handmade art/crafts online)
- 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 Helper at a Farm/Orchard
- House Sitter
- Independent Living Retirement Communities
- Kennel Assistant
- Landscaper
- Lawn Mower
- Library Assistant
- Lifeguard/Swim instructor
- Local Attractions
- Local Pizzerias
- Mother’s Helper
- Music Teacher
- Nursing Homes
- Nursery Worker
- Office Worker
- Paper Delivery Person
- Parks
- Pet Sitter
- Plant Sitter
- Polo Clubs (fill divets)
- Pools
- Private Sports Coach/Swim Instructor
- Restaurant Hostess/Host
- Restaurant Busser
- Rec League Sports Referee/Umpire
- Shampoo Assistant
- Summer Reading/Math Tutor for Elementary School Students
- Weed Puller or other Yard Work
What laws affect the hiring of younger teens?
According to the Fair Labor Standards Act, 14 is the minimum hiring age for non-agricultural employment, with limits on the number of hours minors can work and the types of jobs they can perform.
For 14 and 15-year-old employees specifically, ALL work must be performed outside of school hours, and they may not 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.
Fortunately, many great summer jobs for teens hire specifically for periods when your child can work. Lifeguards and summer camp counselors are two examples of seasonal jobs that hire teens.
In some states, for jobs that do hire young teens, they may need to obtain a work permit to seek employment. The best way to determine if they must complete this step is by consulting with their school’s guidance office or your state’s Department of Labor.
Although some exceptions may apply, teens must generally be paid the federal minimum wage of $7.25 per hour (but this will depend on what they do and where they work).
Check out this inspiring Hip2Save reader testimony:
“Due to this ‘Jobs That Hire Teens’ post several years ago, my two eldest started out as sports referees. One as young as 11 and the other at 13. We are a soccer family and since we were spending our lives on the fields we figured, why not?! We were already out there, it was convenient and fully portable.
My eldest (now 19) went out of state and could take his certification with him and referee on his college campus. My next eldest (now 16) decided that certifying as a lifeguard offered a regular schedule and was more lucrative. He became a lifeguard at 15 and was hired by the city in which we live. He is now a year-round employee, can earn sick time, and additional certifications and licenses are covered as well. Additionally, upon turning 18, if he attends a local college and remains employed by the same municipality, the city will reimburse his school fees. If he chooses to head out of state for college, he can apply at his campus pool for lifeguarding.
Our city also has a program that will permit 14-year-olds to be certified as Junior Lifeguards. Check your municipalities, it is well worth it!” – Ava, Hip2Save reader
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If you have a local amusement park typically they hire younger teens as well!
Thanks for the tip!
Many of these businesses say they will hire at 14 or 15, but won’t actually unless you know a manager/owner. Not to say they shouldn’t apply, but keep realistic expectations. In my area they likely won’t even receive a response for their application.
I agree. And it’s sad because they should start working at a young age to learn responsibility. Nothing in this world is given to you unless you come from money 🤷🏽♀️
Well yes however McDonald’s will hire at 14 if you have an relative that works there also they start to hire at age 15,18 hours a week only weekends if under age 16. 40 hour no overtime when school is not in session.
However Publix rarely hire part-time so have fun getting a job there.
-Christopher Campbell
Everyone at my store is 15/16
My son was a lifeguard for the city for several years too. My other son taught swim lessons for the city. The city also hires that age for summer camp
I was just talking about this with my almost 18 year old. Her and her friends don’t have jobs. Some have tried, but it seems like businesses in Los Angeles give those jobs to adults. I think it all comes down to who you know.
I don’t think it comes down to who you know. I think we are in a state where many older people have lost their jobs and companies would rather hire someone to help them pay their bills.
If you know college students or a recent grad, and they enjoy working with kids, Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes Center is a FANTASTIC summer job and they pay really well.
I own a small business. If you want your young teen to get a job, do them a favour and don’t get involved. I will not hire anyone who’s guardian does all the talking for them.
Hi I am almost 14 and I would like to ask some questions about the work that your offering. If you don’t mind me asking, what type of business do you own? Also what’s the pay and what part would I be working on? Is it online or in person? Where is it located and what times will I be working? If you could answer these questions I’d really appreciate it, thanks!
I started Safeway in Seattle at age 15.
As a parent to any business speaking up for your child is a must. Especially when a child is new to the work field you wouldn’t want your child being taking advantage of….. children see money and that’s not healthy. Knowing the value and experience of the dollar is important. A child can start they own small business simple things like baby sitting, dog walkers, yard attendants or even picking up small kids after school. Teens may not know there rights as teen employees. We do have dishonest people in the work force even as an adult I witness that. Parents stay involved with your children.
Playing middle man here. I think it’s important to be involved, 100%. But I also see how children do not learn independence because their parent(s) usually don’t foster that for them and try to remain in control. It’s good to have Mama Bear (or whoever) in your corner, but they also need to learn and will not learn if everything is done for them.
Essentially what I’m saying is … teach your kids these things that you mention and then it’s a lot easier to keep an eye from the distance rather than feel the need to micromanage every aspect of their lives.
I also have a small business and sadly I am not contacted by parents of young teens but young adults!
Hi, My name is Sarah. I am 14 years old and will be 15 very shortly. This summer I am looking for a job to make some extra cash for college. I know I am only a freshman but what can I say I’m a planner.
I read over your little blurb and saw that you’re looking for someone who is looking for hard work, not just forced by their parents. That is me, I am self-officiating and if you give me lemons I will make lemonade. My dad is in sales and is always selling people things and so I have grown up with him as a role model. I have lots of ideas and I am even better at getting something done. I am a people person and extremely good at selling things. I know I am only 15 but I am also the oldest of six children and my whole life has been one big obstacle course. I am extremely mature for my age and I am confident that I can give you what you’re looking for. Please let me know if there are any job openings I look forward to hearing from you.
My email is: sarahwalshiieee@gmail.com
Does that mean you will not also hire anyone with disabilities maybe someone needs to speak for that person
Where is your small business
I know of a developement that hired kids on “the next door” app.
They hired them to mulch and weed. All showed up for 1 day and would not show up the next to finish the work.
I worked for companies who hired kids. They did not show up for bad weather and such.
I would not hire them. Liability problems and no shows.
People have to give kids a chance to grow and mature. They won’t learn unless they make a mistake. I think if they have respect, Morals, and are dependable they can learn the rest. Some kids don’t have good role models and just want to do better but don’t know better, when you have people who won’t give them a chance it’s easy for them to give up. I pray any child who wants to work they find a company to except them and grow in …good luck kiddos, you got this, don’t give up, last but not least be your self. If you have to take some trainings before hand do that as well
If you guys are looking for jobs as 14 and 15 lots of jobs are hiring with good pay ranking just look up jobs for 14 and 15 year old on google that where I’m currently looking at for a job right now but since your only 14 and 15 you can only work on weekends they wont allow on week days for certain jobs
do animal shelters hire 14 years old?
animal shelters do not pay, it is purely volunteer work. you need to be 16 to be there without a guardian. volunteer work hours do look good on college resumes though
I’m 14 and I want to do amc theaters is it true?
im 15 & it depends on the location. some do & some don’t.
you should call & ask the locations around you.
Here’s a tip for y’all.
Usually, big companies won’t hire 14/15 year olds and have very strict rules, you would want to look for a single place (Not a company, just one location), you can discuss with their manager and they’re likely to be more flexible, look at stores at your local mall, they might have some of those.
To the kids who really want to work, don’t give up someone will give you a chance. If you have to do some trainings before hand do that as well so that you are qualified for the job. If you are in RVA sign up for the mayors youth academy, awesome program that pays well and you get all types of experience with different companies plus they will hire you after the summer is over if you do very well. YOU GOT THIS, BE PATIENT, AND DONT GIVE UP .
The minimum age 14 years old is right. But here in PA children can start working at Golf Clubs starting 12 years old, caddying, i.e., carrying the heavy golf bags. Shame on the legislators who are the members of those clubs. It’s is true that there are 12 years old children who look like they are already 15-16 at that age, but others at age 12 look like they are 9-10 years old. PA laws need to change to start everybody at 14 years, no exceptions!!!
My daughter really wanted to work at this age but could not get hired due to lack of experience. She took her food handlers certification (super easy) and was able to add that to her skills and it put her over the edge for the job and was hired. Just an idea
In addition to a lack of experience, teens sometimes lack any adult references (not family) that could give them an edge when applying for a job. One way to develop references is to get involved in clubs at school, or volunteer for neighbors, church, a non-profit charity, a summer camp, etc. If you show up, work hard, and have a good attitude, it is extremely likely that your teacher/club advisor, your pastor or church group, your neighbor, etc. would be willing to be listed as a reference on a job application. When my son was 12, I had him volunteering at my office for filing and cleaning up the filing room, as well as volunteering at a charity 5k run to hand out water bottles to the runners. At 13 and 14 he has been a CIT (counselor in training) at a summer camp, and has volunteered to help mulch a memorial garden near home. I am hoping that next summer when he is 15, he can use these experiences to show that he is a reliable worker and use the adults that he has worked with as references , to help him get a job. Best of luck to all you job seekers.
nice post . very nicely written. looking for many more like this
My son is 15 and refs for the YMCA. He asked his coaches from school and AAU to be his references. He had volunteered coaching younger kids, so he put that for his job experience. I only let him work Saturday mornings, because his first job is getting good grades in school, and he plays basketball year round.
Thanks for sharing, V! 💕
Braum’s Ice Cream & Dairy Stores hires people as young as 14 years old and are very flexible with student schedules. They operate over 300 stores located throughout Oklahoma, Kansas, Texas, Missouri and Arkansas. https://careers.braums.com/jobs
Thanks for sharing this opportunity, Dee Dee! 🥰
From the north but ALWAYS visit Braum’s when in south. Yum!
Coral Bean Café’ in Corpus Christi Texas hires as young as 14.
Thanks, I have recently been searching for facts about this topic for ages and yours is the best I’ve located so far.
I am almost 15 where can i work in slater missouri
Tropical Smoothie Cafe also hires 15 year olds.
Thanks, Kat! Good to know! We sure appreciate the heads up! 🙌💞
Market Basket supermarket is in four New England states (not CT or VT yet) and they hire 14 and 15-year-olds. I see a lot of young people working there. They are family owned and known to be very good to their employees. Recently voted as the #3 supermarket chain in America! They open two or three new stores a year and are now in 60+ locations.
Thanks for sharing about the opportunities at that supermarket, massmomma! Great to hear they have an awesome rating and treat their employees well! 🙌❤️
My daughter is 15 and will be starting to look for a job this summer in NJ. We will see what we can do.
But I wanted to speak out and say how proud I am of the people who are on hip2save and are teenagers. How awesome to have you all here. I wish I had insight to search for deals at that age. That alone shows such wisdom!
Thanks for sharing this sweet comment to other readers, Jessica! 🤗 Wishing your daughter the best in her upcoming job search! ❤️
14 is just too young for me unless it’s some type of program with other kids working and someone who is actually providing supervision.
In my area, a place that ALWAYS hires 14 year olds- the elementary school. Fourteen year olds can clean the elementary school in the afternoon.
Thanks for sharing, Angela! That seems like a great work option for younger teens! 💓
The YMCAs in our area hire lots of teenagers especially in the summer for camps, childwatch, and lifeguards. The ones here will allow you to apply as a lifeguard then get the training (paid) if you are not certified yet. All 3 of my kids have been YMCA lifeguards and love it.
Awesome! Thanks for sharing their experience! Good to know that has been a great option! ❤️🙌
what are jobs you can get when you are 14 year old
Hey there cybron23 – the very first set of companies listed are ones that start hiring at age 14. The 14-year-old list starts with AMC Theaters!
My first job was at age 15, I worked for Domino’s Pizza answering phones(since legally I wasn’t allowed to get food out of the oven). This was back in 2002. I eventually went on to become the store manager at 19.
So check the local pizza places around where you live as well
Thanks for sharing your suggestion and work experience, Jackie! So awesome that you were able to work your way to a store manager position in just a few years! 🍕💞
Nannies should not required to have a level, but many parents do look for some sort of training in the sphere of kids.
The Culvers in my area absolutely hires young teens. My neighbors kid started there at 14.
Awesome! Thanks, Teresa! Good to know! 🙌
Polo clubs around me hire 14 & 15 yr olds to fill divots. My kids had their older friends refer them into an Erickson Living (nat’l company) retirement community near us and were hired once they were 3 months shy of 15.
Very cool. Thanks for mentioning this option near you, Jen! 🤗
my son is 15yo and just got on with the local Dairy Queen, a friend of his work there and helped get him on
Congrats on his new job! 🎉
Also look into nursing homes in your area. My 16 year olds were able to get part-time kitchen jobs in nursing homes and the pay was better than local restaurants.
GREAT tip! Thanks, Tam! 🙌❤️ We sure appreciate the helpful suggestion!
Outpost a organic store they hire young also and they will be part owner of the company
Thanks for commenting with this suggestion, Charlene. Very cool! 💕
So my teen makes a dollar more per hour than I do- no experience 😭 I work at a licensed preschool with an associates and multiple credentials, for, 2 step TB screening, background check that took 3 weeks to run…them, take people’s money at the tourist area parking lot. I know a lot of other people may be in the same boat just trying to make payments on the Sienna and save for Disney someday. Just wanted to say I see you lol ..and keep saving $
I am 14 and struggle with finding a job, because most businesses just ghost me. I am qualified and the only place I have found jobs is with the local soccer association. And they pay amazing too! But, with the season ending, I cannot find a job! I applied to AMC, so let’s see how that goes!!!
Most YMCAs will hire lifeguards who are 15 and will train them. If you can swim 200 yards you can be trained. The training counts towards your work hours. In Maryland, our local YMCA is always looking for lifeguards. Most of the private pools around here also hire lifeguards at 15 but you would need to get certified on your own and that can be pricy.
Thanks for sharing about that option, Emily! Another great one to look into!
Many YMCAs have a Counselor in Training (CIT) program over the summer for 13-17 year olds. It is not paid but there is also no cost. It’s a great resume builder, great way to network and get their feet wet into the expectations and responsibilities of the workforce. My 13 year old is finishing his second week and it’s been a great experience. He’ll have references and experience, I got free camp for two weeks!!
That’s awesome! Congrats to him, Sandra! Thanks for taking a moment to let us know how that worked out!