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Teenagers’ jobs

Some teenagers believe that having the ability to get a job and earn money while they are still in school would be the next best thing to getting a real job and, based on this belief, many teenaged kids would really like to be able to find employment even if the job is part time.

With that in mind, we have put together a few tips and suggestions in the following paragraphs that teenagers should keep in mind when going approaching a potential employer to apply for a part-time job.

A resume

Teenagers must prepare a resume even when applying for part time work, because even if the individual does not have experience, the resume will show the employer that a little effort was made on the part of the applicant in producing something on paper.

A resume may contain highlights or strengths about the applicant which could make the him/her stand out over others who have applied for the same position, and in the end, get that job.

Appropriate attire

When meeting an employer, being dressed appropriately is important because it shows sincerity and seriousness of the person applying for that job. Such applicants must also make sure that finger-nails and hair are well groomed for the interview; and the outfit worn could be business casual.

A polo and khaki pants will be ideal for men and a polo and skirt for women will do well for the interview. This would mean that moderate shoes must be used to match the outfit. If a job applicant wears a lot of earrings, it is advisable to remove some of them in order to present a better image.

Getting a job is not easy and there will be a lot of times that an employer will say “no.” This is nothing personal but some employers will prefer someone who has a little experience. Even if an application is rejected, the person must not give up on getting that part time job and moving on to the next potential employer.

Persist with confidence

When a job seeker is already in front of the employer, a firm handshake is always a good start. Walking in and showing one’s sincerity in getting the job is another. There is only so much a job seeker can say at an interview, so it is best to practice on selling the interviewer what strengths of character and skills s/he already possesses that might enhance his/her chances of getting that job.

In the course of going from one employer to another the employer will not provide immediate answers as to whether or not the person is hired for the job. Other applicants will still be interviewed before employers are inclined to make their decisions. By keeping a list of the places where a job seeker went for interviews, they will be able to call and follow up on statuses of the applications.

Part time jobs are available in various places including while job seekers walk the neighborhood, check the school bulletin board or peruse local newspapers; and even browse the web for job postings. So teenagers who are seeking part-time employment while still in school need not be disappointed if they don’t get immediate results, because the idea is to keep trying until success is achieved.

Web-enabled job seek

In the past, applying for a job meant looking through classified ads in the local newspapers; but the advent and rapid growth of internet use have led to the creation various online job sites making it easier for anyone to pursue work in other states and even in other countries.

The Internet – or Web, as it is often referred to – has made the world a smaller place with everything having been placed at our fingertips with just a few clicks of a mouse. Most job sites will require a person to open an account, complete a form by providing certain information and upload a resume.

The kind of information usually requested by these sites is pertinent in nature, such as an individual’s name, age, address, contact phone number and social security number, among other such data.

Such other data might often include the job seeker’s educational background since some companies prefer their employees to possess a degree in a certain field or individuals with professional licenses to do the job. However, a person who possesses a master’s degree would in most cases meet little resistance.

Employment history is another thing that would be required on most job applications. This part of the application might include the job description, experiences and highlights the applicant has amassed during his/her career.

Specialized sites

Once the requested information has been provided, some of these specialized job sites will offer the service for a fee that will match the applicant’s qualifications with jobs that are available and enable him/her to apply for the position. Some even promise to make your resume stand out over other applicants giving that person more priority over others but even that is a not a guarantee that one will get the job.

Current salary and the salary received from an applicant’s previous jobs/positions an individual held is information that most employers will be interested in knowing and therefore will be a part of the application since it helps determine what kind of salary that applicant desires.

These sites offer various jobs to all types of job seekers and they cater to professionals, “regular joes” and teenagers who want to work on a full time, part time or on a per project basis.

Employers’ portals

Applying online is not only done through job sites because lot of companies have their own websites that offer a section on careers which can be accessed and checked for what openings might be available with those particular companies. A job seeker simply has to go through the similar process of providing certain information that is requested by the form and uploading his/her resume.

The first impression employers or headhunters look for is the job applicant’s resume. Given that many people apply, this usually takes these people a short period of time to review and screen certain applicants before going to the next phase of being scheduled and called for an interview.

There are many jobs available in the market and all it takes is a little effort on the job seeker’s part to sit down in front of a computer and look for the right job.

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