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The "No Experience" paradox ends today. We help you translate school, hobbies, and grit into a professional profile that gets you hired.

Under-18 Legal Essentials:
Work Permits: Most states require a certificate from your school.
Hour Limits: Federal law limits shifts during school weeks (usually < 3 hours/day).
  • Skill Discovery: Mapping chores and sports to corporate needs.
  • Network Mapping: Using teachers and coaches as your first references.
High-Conversion Youth Roles

These industries actively seek first-time workers because they value energy over experience:

Quick Service Retail Fast Pace
Parks & Recreation Teamwork
Digital Assistant Tech-Savvy

THE ANATOMY OF A STUDENT RESUME

Recruiters don't expect a 10-year history; they expect these three building blocks:

The Reliability Formula

Since you don't have past bosses, we use "Proxies" for reliability:

95%+ School Attendance
+
3.0+ GPA or Awards

= PROOF OF DISCIPLINE

The "Big Three" Soft Skills
1. Punctuality (The Clock): If you are 5 minutes early, you are on time. Mention your perfect attendance or commitment to early morning sports practices.
2. Coachability (The Sponge): Employers want to know you can follow instructions. Use examples of learning a complex instrument or a new sports play.
3. Public Interaction: Have you done debate, theater, or fundraisers? That is "Customer Service" in the making.

HOW TO SPEAK "MANAGER"

Change how you describe your life to match the language of a job description.

Student Speak

"I worked on a group science project."

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Boss Speak

"Collaborated in a 4-person team to meet strict deadlines and present technical data to an audience."

Student Speak

"I mowed lawns in my neighborhood."

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Boss Speak

"Operated heavy machinery, managed a recurring service schedule, and handled direct cash transactions for 5+ clients."

Common Interview Questions:
  • "Tell me about a time you had a conflict with a teammate."
  • "What would you do if a customer was angry?"
  • "How do you handle a busy schedule with school?"

Master the "STAR" Method

During our 1-on-1 Zoom call, we practice the Situation, Task, Action, Result method. It's a storytelling trick that makes you sound like a professional with years of experience.

Mock Phone Screens
Professional Email Writing
Body Language Tips
Resume Review
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The "Permission to Work" Roadmap

Before you can collect your first paycheck, you need to ensure you are legally "Work Ready." Federal and State laws vary, but these are the non-negotiables for applicants under 18.

Most states require minors to have a certificate on file.
  • Where to get it: Usually your high school guidance office or the State Department of Labor website.
  • What you need: Proof of age (Birth Certificate), a signature from your parents, and often a "Promise of Employment" from your future boss.

Ages 14-15: Max 3 hours on a school day; Max 18 hours per school week. Work must occur between 7 AM and 7 PM.

Ages 16-17: No federal hourly limit, but many states cap shifts at 8-10 hours to ensure you stay rested for school.

To keep you safe, the law prevents minors from doing certain tasks. You generally cannot:
  • Operate power-driven meat slicers or bakery mixers.
  • Drive a motor vehicle as a primary job duty.
  • Work in roofing, mining, or demolition.

Grab These Documents

Have these ready in a folder before you go to your school or your interview:

State Search Tool

Rules vary by state. Search "[Your State] Youth Labor Laws" to find your local Department of Labor portal.