Jobs:
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Do you need a job? If you do, here’s the place for you.
As someone in high school, sometimes it’s hard to find a job that you can work at that is close in distance and has minimal requirements. From StandOut CV, “12.4 million Americans are searching for a job every month.” That can be intimidating and scary, but you are not alone. Jobs can benefit you in several ways and can even affect your future. Jobs teach you real-world experience, responsibility, teamwork, flexibility, and even future career skills. Colleges and universities are drawn toward this because they then know that you have had job employment and experience with “life outside of school.” On top of that, you earn money! But first, here are some things you might want to know before you get a job.
Sometimes, it can be a chore to find a fitting job. Lots of times, your age or the distance to a place can cause restrictions. Here are some things to know that can help open more job opportunities, especially if you are under the age of 16. First of all, when you are 14-15, and you are able to find a job, you have to have the consent of your parents to do the job. Once you are 16, however, you do not need permission from your parents. Until you are 18, you are under the protection of Youth Employment Laws that keep you safe and not overworked. In some cases, getting a work permit if you are younger than 16 can help you have a better chance at getting a job. Try to find a job that can lead you to gather up references, recommendations, and experience. You can also find a job that could help you gain real-world encounters that link to your future career, whether it’s super specific or just has to do with customer service. Look down to see some top jobs in the area currently hiring:
Here are jobs in the Porter County area:
Part-Time Job Availability:
| Business | Wage | Age | whereabouts | Extra |
| Dunkin’ Donuts | $11-14 per hr | 16+ | Chesterton, IN | Must speak English, ability to count money, simple computer skills, crew member |
| Little Caesars Pizza | 22.2k-28.2k per year | 16+ | Chesterton, IN | Non-exempt crew member |
| YMCA | $13 per hr | 15+ | Valpo, IN | Lifeguard, CPR/AED certification, Lifeguard training, entry-level |
| Windward Pointe Senior Living-server | $13 per hr | 16+ | Portage, IN | Good for people with social skills and problem solvers; career building |
| AutoZone Sales | $26.2K – $29.2K per yr | 16+ | Hobart, IN | Must be able to lift and move items; good for career experience |
| Smoothie King | $10 per hr | 16+ | Chesterton, IN | Nothing specific |
| Starbucks
(in target) |
$15 per hr | 16+ | Valpo, IN | Have social skills |
| Target Worker | $15 per hr | 16+ | Valpo, IN | Have social skills |
| Kohl’s Retail Associate | 12.50 per hr | 16+ | Valpo, IN | No formal experience |
| Culver’s | $11-18 per hr | 14+ | Portage, IN | FOH (Front of House) worker |
| Kohl’s Sephora | 12.50-13.30
Per hr |
16+ | Valpo, IN | No experience for certain applications |
| Culver’s | $12-18 per hr | 14/16+ | Chesterton, IN | Cashier |
| Maurices | $10.40-11 per hr | 16+ | Valpo, IN | Retail sales associate, 40% discount |
| *Kings Secret Stable | From $11 per hr | 16+ | Valpo, IN | Horse handler and feeder, have to have prior knowledge; this job has flexible hrs |
| *Dunkin’ Donuts | $10-15 per hr | 16+ | Valpo, IN | Shift leading, Computer skills, social skills, accepts feedback from others |
| *McAlister’s Deli | $12-15 per hr | 16+ | Valpo, IN | Ability to stand for long amount of times, have a flexible schedule, follow safety regulations |
| * Culver’s | $12-18 Per hr | unknown | Chesterton, IN | Food handling, guest services, Food production |
| *Dunkin Donuts | $12-14 | 16+ | Valpo, IN | Food production, serving, basic math skills |
| * McDonald’s | $11-15 per hr | 16+ | Valpo, IN | Crew team member |
Links for job finders:
https://www.collegematchpoint.com/5-benefits-of-having-a-job-in-high-school
https://www.in.gov/dol/youth-employment/youth-employment-home/
