The Job Hunt

As juniors and seniors in high school more and more people are deciding they need to get a job. We want to go out more and do things with our friends, but our parents are cracking down on how much money they are giving us. The only option left is to get a job.

          When I hear the word “job” it makes me cringe a little bit. I really don’t like the thought of growing up and have to pay for everything that I want. But on the other hand, sometimes I realize that I really should get a job so I don’t have to rely on my parents for money and I can get whatever I want.

          Finding the right job for you is important. You don’t want to have to work somewhere you hate. A lot of students work at Hy-Vee. There are a couple different things you could do when you work there. I know a couple people that work in Chinese. I also know someone who used to work in the bakery area. I think that would pretty fun. Then there are the cashiers and baggers. I think this would get boring really fast. But someone as to do it and some people enjoy it.

          Restaurants and clothing stores are good places to work, as well. If you are a good sales person, getting a job a store might be a good place for you. But if you don’t like interacting with people, then I wouldn’t get a job at any of these places.

          When I first started thinking about getting a job, I was talking to my mom about where to get one. I suggested a clothing store because I really like clothes. But she denied that option right away because she thought I would spend my entire paycheck on the clothes at the store (especially since I would get a discount). If this is you, I would not recommend a job like this for you.

          Your first job is a big step in your life. It means you are growing up and starting to do things for yourself. So finding one that you enjoy and are good at is very important. If you know what you want to go to college for, try finding a job that relates to a future career. That way you can get a feel for what you are getting yourself into. Put yourself out there and try new things.

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