I live in Philadelphia, and I can't find a job
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Can anyone help me with my problem? I'm 16 years old, and I can't find a job. I applied to 3 different Targets, they all said no. Then I found out I need work papers. I don't know what to do. Can anyone help me?
unluckylucianoNew Memberwork papers? are you a u.s. citizen?
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Sethdaddy8forum_veterani think you need to get papers from your school or township in order to work. theres a ton of restaurants in Philly. try to get a job bus-boying or cleaning dishes. it'll probably be off the books.
"unluckyluciano wrote:
work papers? are you a u.s. citizen?
Yes, born in Orlando, Florida.
This will be my first job, so will the effect me getting hired? With no experience, I don't think anyone would hire me.
pennphinfanforum_veteran"Ashraf wrote:
This will be my first job, so will the effect me getting hired? With no experience, I don't think anyone would hire me.
you can get a work permit from your high school (at least that's where I got mine) I got a job in a grocery store, they always seem to be hiring. or you could go to your local mall and ask around if anyone is hiring. good luck :up:
"pennphinfan wrote:
you can get a work permit from your high school (at least that's where I got mine) I got a job in a grocery store, they always seem to be hiring. or you could go to your local mall and ask around if anyone is hiring. good luck :up:
Thanks. There seems to be a problem, though. It's the summer, so where do I get my work papers from?
unluckylucianoNew Member"Ashraf wrote:
Yes, born in Orlando, Florida.
huh weird Ive never heard of work papers, I wonder if they have they are needed here :lol:
thanks to VO for the sick ass sigs.
Charlie: If you're not as educated or as informed what you do is you start your own party and you yell the loudest.
pennphinfanforum_veteran"Ashraf wrote:
Thanks. There seems to be a problem, though. It's the summer, so where do I get my work papers from?
I would call the school during the day. there should still be a secretary there or someone who can at least point you in the right direction.
"unluckyluciano wrote:
huh weird Ive never heard of work papers, I wonder if they have they are needed here :lol:
its more of a work permit. i don't remember the specifics but something about labor laws and minors required a working permit in PA, at least when I was there.
Sethdaddy8forum_veteran"unluckyluciano wrote:
huh weird Ive never heard of work papers, I wonder if they have they are needed here :lol:
thats because you're lazy and nevered considered working until you turned 25.
stoopid.
texanphinaticforum_veteranIf your under 18 most states will require a work permit. Also have large restrictions during schooltime. For that reason it can sometimes be tough finding a job before turning 18.
Grocery stores are a good start though. Also, if you know anyone at a potential worksite, get them to talk to the manager and promote you a bit. Sometimes a well placed word goes a longer way than anything.
anlgpNew Member"Ashraf wrote:
This will be my first job, so will the effect me getting hired? With no experience, I don't think anyone would hire me.
everyone starts somewhere.
"A man's suffering is similar to the behavior of gas. If a certain quantity of gas is pumped into an empty chamber, it will fill the chamber completely and evenly, no matter how big the chamber. Thus, suffering completely fills the human soul and conscious mind, no matter whether the suffering great or little. Therefore, the "size" of human suffering is absolutely relative." - Viktor Frankl
Die_NastyNew MemberTry starting out as a Busboy at a local restaurant and work your way up to serving. You'll be grateful later on when you have experience being a waiter. Helps you learn to deal with people and its quick cash.
opfinisticNew MemberBusboy has been stated a couple of times, I will re-iterate it. Good job, you can make tips, and if you are competent and trustworthy you can become a server when you hit 18.
