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Where can I get a work reference?

I'm trying to get my first job during my gap year and I've run into an issue. I can't get anyone to do it for me. I've never had a job before and I emailed my former teachers but no one has gotten back to me, I suppose they've washed their hands of me. I'm not quite sure where else to look. I have a couple friends but they're all unemployed too. Any ideas? I really need a job.