Jobs for Kids Age 14

Encouraging your child to get a job when she turns 14 is a great way for her to develop a work ethic. He will also be able to earn money to spend on desired items and start learning about saving. In a survey by the U.S. Department of Labor in 2000, 57 percent of the children interviewed said they held a job when they were 14 years old and 43 percent of 14-year-olds were working freelance.

  1. Customer Service Clerk

    • Working as a clerk at a grocery store can be a great place to start. This also provides the opportunity for advancement to other positions and higher wages. Students are usually only allowed to work a small number of hours per week, but during the summer, they can work up to 40 hours a week. This type of job will teach kids responsibility and how to be reliable.

    Childcare

    • Babysitting can be a great part-time job, but it comes with a lot of responsibility.

      Many kids who are 14 can start babysitting for friends and relatives. Many towns provide babysitting safety programs where kids learn about taking care of children of all different ages. It is a great job that they will be able to do anywhere and also leads to good opportunities. If they really like childcare, they can consider becoming an Au Pair and working with families in other locations.

    Food Service

    • Kids of this age can work as dishwashers for restaurants and sometimes as bussers. This experience in the food service industry can provide opportunity for advancement to waiting tables or cooking. Family diners and fast food restaurants are great places to start out because they may be able to provide schedules that are easy for students to maintain.

    Newspaper Routes

    • Newspaper routes provide year round part-time employment for all ages.

      Paper routes may seem old-fashioned, but they are a great way to earn money and teach kids how to be reliable. Talk to the local paper to see if it has job openings. They can ride a bike or walk to deliver the papers. This allows them to build relationships with the people on their routes and gives them a sense of responsibility. Students mus ensure that this job will not interfere with school and other commitments.

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