A Teenager's Guide to Part Time Employment

If you are just about to turn 16 or if you are already a teenager who is of legal working age, then you may be wondering if you should get a part time job. In most situations getting a part time job while you are still in high school is a great idea because a part time job will not only look good on your college applications, but it will also help you to find a better paying job once you are in college. While the benefits of holding down a part time job while you are in high school are obvious, there are also a few drawbacks including less time to study, scheduling difficulties with after school activities, and you will have to work during your free time. However, if after you weigh the pros and cons of getting a part time job you are still interested in finding a job, here is some information that you might find helpful.

Creating Your Resume

One of the first things that you will need to do once you have decided to look for a job is to create your resume. A resume is basically just an outline of your work experience and a summary of the skills that you have already developed. Your resume should include the following elements: your name, your contact information including phone number and email address, your past work experience including the name of your employer their phone number and your duties, any volunteer work you have done, any work you have done for a family business, clubs that you belong to, and a summary of the skills that you already have. Your resume should be limited to one page, it should be listed in chronological order, and it should be free of type o’s.

Finding a Job