๐Ÿ’ผ First Job

Get hired for your first job

Build a resume with zero experience, nail the interview, and start cashing real paychecks. Slide to see what a first job could pay.

โœ… No experience needed ๐Ÿ•’ Flexible hours ๐Ÿ’ต Real paycheck
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What could you take home?

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You could earn about
$839
per month ยท $195/week

Best first jobs for teens

Flexible hours, teen-friendly, and good pay.

Your get-hired roadmap

Five steps from "no experience" to first shift.

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Build a simple resume

One page. Attitude and reliability matter more than job history.

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Make a target list

Pick 8โ€“10 places nearby that hire teens and are easy to get to.

3

Apply everywhere

Online and in person. Ask for the manager and hand over your resume.

4

Prep for the interview

Know why you want this job and have two questions ready to ask.

5

Follow up

A short thank-you message afterward makes you stand out instantly.

Resume with no experience

No job history? No problem. Include these six things.

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HeaderName, phone, a professional email
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ObjectiveOne line on what you want and bring
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SkillsReliability, teamwork, tech, languages
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ExperienceBabysitting, tutoring, sports, clubs all count
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EducationYour school and expected grad year
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ReferencesA coach or teacher who'll vouch for you
Shortcut: grab our First Job Resume Template in the shop and just fill in the blanks.

Nail the interview

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Look the part

Dress a step nicer than the job requires and arrive 10 minutes early.

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Own the room

Eye contact, a real smile, a firm handshake. Confidence beats a perfect answer.

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Have a reason

Know why you want this job, not just any job โ€” then send a thank-you after.

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