Keep in mind that different teen jobs have different age requirements — if you're 16 or 17, you may be eligible to work as a cook, stocker or sales associate, but not as a server or cashier. Some states require Employment/Age Certificates (also known as “working papers”) for teenagers under 18.
What good jobs can you get at 17?
- Cashier. National average salary: $10.55 per hour. ...
- Actor. National average salary: $11.00 per hour. ...
- Sales associate. National average salary: $11.06 per hour. ...
- Server. National average salary: $11.42 per hour. ...
- Caddy. ...
- Lifeguard. ...
- Retail merchandiser. ...
- Landscape laborer.
How can I get a job at 17 easily?
- Spread the Word Your'e Looking. ...
- Check Out Youth Labor Laws. ...
- Start Searching Job Ads. ...
- Get Help With Applications. ...
- Follow Up After Applying. ...
- Practice Job Interviewing.