15 years and looking for a job?

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Hello, I will be turning 15 soon and I need to get a job. I live in Washington and was wondering what I could do once I turn 15. I was told that I could volunteer at a hospital like door greeting or something and that way I would have a foot in the door.
I was also thinking that maybe I would be able to bag groceries. 
But even still, I am not sure what I can do or if I have to wait till I am 16. I don't really know much about the whole thing, plus I know that Washington has some rules that are dif. from other places.

I really want to work at a restaurant like Red Robbins. (like a waitress)

-Oh, and just incase you started to freak out over schooling, I will keep up with school. Don't worry. Plus I will be going to running start at the collage.

Please help, no rude comments please. Thanks!


(oh, and I will be baby sitting and stuff like that. Please don't tell me stuff like that.)

Ed Atun · Accepted Answer

You can work at age 14 in Washington. Start applying everywhere. Your parents have to sign a Parent/School Authorization Form that you get at your nearest school.

Apply at a golf course. That could be fun.

Go to the nearest hospital and offer to help. That could be a great entry for you into the work force.

Andy N · Answer

Some fast food places might hire you, but you will have work restrictions.  

Check out: 

http://www.lni.wa.gov/WorkplaceRights/TeenWorkers/Hours/default.asp 


A good place to start your search would be at your High School Career Center ( if your school has one).

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