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By Alison Doyle, About.com Guide to Job Searching since 1998

It's Time for Back to School Job Searching

Sunday August 10, 2008
Apply for JobAre you a high school student looking for an after school job for the fall? Or are you a mom looking for a part-time job for when the kids are in school?

Either way, this is a good time to start looking for a back to school job. One of the reasons is that college students often leave their summer jobs early to head back to campus. Another is that while summer seasonal business is slowing down, other types of businesses gear up in the fall.

When you interview for most part time jobs, you won't need to dress in a suit, but it's important to be neat, tidy, and well-groomed and to present a positive image to the hiring manager. Here's how to apply for a part time job, and how to dress for an interview. Also, here are the typical interview questions (along with good answers) that you may be asked.

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