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List of First Job Ideas

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List of First Job Ideas Copyright stevegeer
Are you looking for your first job? Most appropriate jobs will require very little, if any, experience and employers of young job seekers are willing to train their employees. In fact, training is usually part of the orientation program that employers provide to new hires.

Common sectors that hire workers without experience include hospitality, recreation, childcare, camps, retail and landscaping.

Do keep in mind that for some jobs and in some locations you will need an employment certificate (also known as working papers) if you are under 18 to show an employer that you are old enough to work.

In addition, if you are under 16, there are some jobs that you are not allowed to work at. Others, especially if you are working for family, friends or neighbors don't have restrictions.

Here is a sample list of titles for first jobs:

  • Amusement Ride Attendant
  • Babysitter
  • Bagger - Supermarket
  • Baseball Umpire for Little League
  • Basketball Referee for Juniors
  • Busser
  • Camp Counselor
  • Camp Counselor in Training
  • Car Wash Attendant
  • Cashier - Supermarket
  • Child Care Assistant
  • Concession Worker
  • Counselor In Training
  • Counter Worker - Food Service
  • Dishwasher
  • Dog Walker
  • Drugstore Cashier
  • Farmhand
  • Fast Food Worker
  • Food Prep Worker
  • Food Service Worker at Nursing Home
  • Golf Caddy
  • Household Chores
  • Kennel Assistant
  • Lawn Mower/Landscaper
  • Lifeguard
  • Mother's Helper
  • Music Teacher for Young Children
  • Nursery Worker
  • Paper Delivery Person
  • Pet Sitter
  • Receptionist
  • Restaurant Hostess/Host
  • Retail Store Sales Clerk
  • Soccer Referee for Juniors
  • Stocker - Supermarket
  • Ticket Taker
  • Tutor
  • Waiter/Waitress

Read More: How to Find Your First Job | How to Get Working Papers | Jobs for 14 Year Olds

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