How to Get an After-School Job
If your parents are pinching pennies, you may need to buy your own music, games, and fast food. Here are some tips to help you earn cash.
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You Will Need
- A pen and paper
- Resumes and flyers
- Thank-you notes
Steps
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Check with your school counselor or the department of labor to learn about state regulations if you are under 16.
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Step 1
Get permission from your parents and agree on a schedule and transportation plan.
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Step 2
Make a list of the types of jobs that you can do and where you can look.
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If you're under 16, consider starting your own business. You can babysit, walk dogs, or cut lawns.
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Step 3
Network with neighbors, business owners, school staff, church members, and local job service counselors.
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Step 4
Market yourself by creating a resume and distributing flyers.
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Step 5
Apply for the jobs you've identified on your list. Dress neatly and be courteous.
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The more people you talk to, the better you'll get – and the more comfortable you'll be talking to adults.
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Step 6
Send thank-you notes to the people who interviewed you. You never know when the impression you make may reap unexpected rewards!
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Did you know? In a 2009 poll, 14 percent of teens aged 15-17 said they need to contribute to their family's budget.
