Jennifer Haddad
You may feel nervous, scared, and you may dread your first day. Like anyone experiencing their first job, you’ll think it won’t get any easier. That’s where you’re wrong. As long as you apply for a job that fits your interests and has a decent environment, you’ll feel yourself warming up to the idea.
Searching for a job isn’t easy, and no one said it would be. You get your hopes up, thinking you’ll get a job with great pay and hours that require you to do very little.
Brittany Wright, a student at RHS, states, “It wasn’t what I had expected. When working with kids, you have to work harder in order to earn their trust.”
Make sure that you apply to a job that you will enjoy. There’s no point spending hours of your time at a job that you couldn’t care less for.
Some students said they enjoyed working because of the aspect of responsibility. Others felt that their coworkers made the job seem less welcoming.
Be sure that the pay is decent and the traveling doesn’t take too long. It’s also a good idea to not let the hours affect your school and social life too much.
Sandra Cowie, another student at RHS, said “Having a full time job was disappointing. Even if it was worth it in the end, I felt as if everyone was out enjoying their summer while I had to go to work every day.”
When it comes to interviews, remember not to exaggerate when talking about yourself. Be well dressed and be yourself. They’re simply looking to see why they should pick you for the job. You might even need to suck up to them a little.
It’s always a good idea to carry your CV’s everywhere and hand them out as you pass by stores. Remember to never give up looking.
