Can you get a job at 14?

by **barend31** » Thu Jul 26, 2012 9:17 am

Im 14 turning 15 in November. I live in Kentucky. What are the Labor Laws or whatever & what are the places I could work? This is my sisters account. So please, answer. Any other tips about it? I really need some cash & just something to do.

by **unss94** » Thu Jul 26, 2012 9:23 am

No. Once you are 16 you can.

by **fionnbharr** » Thu Jul 26, 2012 9:25 am

Umm no you can't.

by **colten** » Thu Jul 26, 2012 9:37 am

the laws for those who are 14 and 15 are the same.........

Click on the following link for information about child labor laws such as the number of hours allowed, when you can work, what jobs you can do, and which states require a work permit for minors:
http://www.youthrules.dol.gov
US Department of Labor
YouthRules

you can always do casual labor (working in a private home) such as
baby-sitting
pet-siting
house cleaning
yard work
running errands
tutoring
etcetera.....

now in general, in every state in the US, a minor 14 or older may be gainfully employed (work in a business location) such as an:
Office,
Grocery store,
Retail store,
Restaurant,
Movie Theater,
Baseball Park,
Amusement park, or
Gasoline service station (NOT in the garage area)

BUT due to the high unemployment rate at this time it is very difficult for minors to get a job.........the jobs that use to be held by teens and retirees are now being taken by adults trying to support their families.........however it does look like this spring and summer are going to be MUCH BETTER for minors looking for work...... the last 3 years have been the worse for minors seeking part-time and seasonal work in the last 35 years....

Fast-food and grocery stores are willing and able to train new employees but........................
Minors tend to have many issues that affect their ability to work such as tardiness, absenteeism, and numerous schedule requests, poor work-ethic etcetera.
I am NOT implying you will have those issues but the fact that many your age do makes it more difficult for you to get an opportunity to prove your worth.
Most businesses are individually owned and operated so it is the owner’s policy and past experience with minors that will determine if they will hire you. Apply everywhere you can, the worse that can happen is they don't hire you.

Businesses such as Publix, Kroger's, Food Lion, Sonic, Chic-Fill-A, McDonald's, Winn-Dixie, Krystal's, Dairy Queen, and Burger King along with smaller local businesses that are in the same genre tend to hire those your age.

Remember just because they legally can hire you does NOT mean they have to hire you or they will hire you. A lot depends on the employment outlook in your area, and the past luck (good or bad) the employer has had employing minors.

Click on the following link for information about child labor laws such as the number of hours allowed, when you can work, what jobs you can do, and which states require a work permit for minors:
http://www.youthrules.dol.gov
US Department of Labor
YouthRules

by **akule76** » Thu Jul 26, 2012 9:45 am

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