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i'm only 15, and i really would like a job. i've applied to two different grocery stores and i haven't gotten called back yet. i live in new york. does anybody know where i can work at only 15? i'm not really into a babysitting job, babysittings alright occasionaly.
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The person who answered below me doesn't know what they're talking about. Having a work permit doesn't mean shit. It doesn't make you "older" so you can work everywhere else. It just makes you legally able to work in the US. In order to have a work permit, you need to have a physical done within the last year, and you need to fill it out. If you haven't had a physical, check with your school nurse, or your family doctor for one.
Most places in New York don't hire at 15 years old. How do I know? I live in New York, and I applied at places when I was 15, and really never got called back. Maybe I was underaged, maybe they didn't like me, but either way, most places hire at 16 & older. Chances at getting a job at 15 are very, very slim. McDonald's does sometimes, but that's if you're very lucky. And at 15, you're not able to work certain shifts, so that could be another reason why. Just wait until you're 16. There's plenty more oppurtunity. For right now, walk dogs & babysit. That's the best you can do for right now. Also, for future job applying, wait about a week or two. If they don't call you back, call them. Tell them you applied a week or 2 ago, and you were wondering if your application had been looked over. Calling back is good on your part because then they see you're really interested in working there. If they over you an interview, dress nice. No ripped jeans, no flip flops, and no being messy. If you show up looking like you would for school, they won't be impressed. Make sure you dress so it'll leave a good impression, and be super nice. Shake their hand, smile. Tell them it's nice to meet them, and be very honest & sincere with your answers. Be confident. There's nothing they want more than a confident, nice worker. =) Good luck.
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I also recently applied to a grocery store, you need to follow up on it. Call them, tell them you applied and ask if they currently have any openings. It's not a good idea to sit around and wait for them to call you...
Otherwise go to your school counselor's office or career center if you have one, and apply for a work permit.
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at your high school you can go talk to the counceler and ask for a working permit, then it's like your old enough to get a job where ever you want
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