[mir0rb]

I did work experience at Ikea and it was the worst thing ever. They had no work for me, they didn't care that I sat around all day bored out of my brains. It's put me off working forever!

However, I want to fight that and get a job when I turn 16. What places should I apply for and would be willing to employ at 16 year old? What was your first job?

Thanks!

[somethingbeautiful]

(Original post by mir0rb)
I did work experience at Ikea and it was the worst thing ever. They had no work for me, they didn't care that I sat around all day bored out of my brains. It's put me off working forever!

However, I want to fight that and get a job when I turn 16. What places should I apply for and would be willing to employ at 16 year old? What was your first job?

Thanks!

I know this doesn't sound thrilling or anything but forget about other people's judgements etc - McDonald's/Burger King/KFC take on a lot of teenagers. When I worked in fast food during my degree I was one of the 'older' ones and I was only 19! There were a lot of 16-18 year olds on our team. So, if I were you I would consider applying for those roles.Have a look here, there are loads of jobs going at the moment. http://jobs.mcdonalds.co.uk/careers/full-time-jobs

As a 16 year old you are best applying for 'crew member' roles. Good luck

[mir0rb]

(Original post by somethingbeautiful)
Have a look here, there are loads of jobs going at the moment. http://jobs.mcdonalds.co.uk/careers/full-time-jobs

Thank you! I'll have a look now <3

[simibean]

I am 16 aswell. I have done voluntary work for the past year in a charity shop, aswell as 2 weeks of work expereince in an opticians. I am now also looking for paid work. I have sent my CV to Tesco today aswell as loads of hotels nearby. Hopefully someone will take me on soon, just don't give up hope

[mir0rb]

(Original post by simibean)
I am 16 aswell. I have done voluntary work for the past year in a charity shop, aswell as 2 weeks of work expereince in an opticians. I am now also looking for paid work. I have sent my CV to Tesco today aswell as loads of hotels nearby. Hopefully someone will take me on soon, just don't give up hope

I was thinking about a little voluntary work so I can put it onto my CV! I might see what the local charity shops think, if they're willing to employ etc.

[x-Sophie-x]

I have interviews at Waitrose, Tescos and Next, and I'm 16 looking for a summer job so you could always try there? (:

[simibean]

(Original post by x-Sophie-x)
I have interviews at Waitrose, Tescos and Next, and I'm 16 looking for a summer job so you could always try there? (:

I have sent my cv and application form to tesco today, I am hoping for an interview

[x-Sophie-x]

(Original post by simibean)
I have sent my cv and application form to tesco today, I am hoping for an interview

The Tesco store near me were running behind 6 weeks on checking applications. I sent my application form and CV in about 14 weeks ago, and I only heard from them this week.

Ah, dreading the interviews!

[simibean]

(Original post by x-Sophie-x)
The Tesco store near me were running behind 6 weeks on checking applications. I sent my application form and CV in about 14 weeks ago, and I only heard from them this week.

Ah, dreading the interviews!

I don't won't to wait that long! Good luck for the interviews anyway!

[x-Sophie-x]

(Original post by simibean)
I don't won't to wait that long! Good luck for the interviews anyway!

Haha I know! Just a little warning lol ;P

Thanks, and best of luck with getting accepted xD

[samperry209]

google "DO IT" lots of voluntary roles there! Im 21 and struggling to get my first proper job... didnt expect to end up like this!

[Sm1995]

(Original post by x-Sophie-x)
The Tesco store near me were running behind 6 weeks on checking applications. I sent my application form and CV in about 14 weeks ago, and I only heard from them this week.

Ah, dreading the interviews!

Are you 16? Cause I am && I heard you can't work in Tesco or Asda etc. because you'll have to handle alcohol by the till? x

[x-Sophie-x]

(Original post by Sm1995)
Are you 16? Cause I am && I heard you can't work in Tesco or Asda etc. because you'll have to handle alcohol by the till? x

I'm 16, yes. Well I had an interview for Tesco, and they didn't say I couldn't; they definitely know my age as well. My job won't be a till job..it'll be filling shelves etc. Fun times :L

[hasan4life]

mcdonalds ITS NOT AS BAD AS everyone makes it out to be