Teen Job Search Guide
Information for teens on how to find a job, where to get working papers, where teens can work, what to wear for an interview, and how to obtain references.
Finding Your First Job
How to find a first job, including exploring first job options, job applications, writing your first resume, and job search tips and suggestions.
Child Labor Law
Here are the child labor law regulations which determine when and where a teen can work.
Working Papers
In some states, if you're under eighteen, you may need to obtain working papers (officially called Employment / Age Certificates) in order to legally be able to work. The best place to find out if you need working papers is your school guidance office.
Teen Job Sites
Part-time jobs, summer jobs, internships, and job search resources for teens and young adults.
Job Applications
This guide to job applications explains how to complete a job application, reviews paper employment applications, online and employer direct applications and includes a job application sample to download, so you will know what you need to know when applying.
Resumes and Letters
These sample resumes, cover letters and reference letters are specifically for students seeking employment.
Teen Interview Attire
Applying for a part-time teen job is a little different from applying for a full-time professional position. Dress should be, at the least, neat and tidy. Business casual is usually appropriate. This photo gallery will show you what you should (and should not!) wear when interviewing.
Teen Interview Tips
The key to successful teen interviewing is to do exactly what a professional candidate for employment would do. That's the best way to make a positive impression on a prospective employer and to enhance your chances of the getting the job.
Reference Letters
When you don't have much, or any, work experience using a character reference (personal reference) in addition to or as an alternative to employment reference letters. Review a sample reference letter written just for a student as well as a letter written by a teacher.
Teen Job Search Tips
Advice and suggestions for teens on how to find a job.
