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Kelsey
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McHenry, Illinois
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what are some jobs that a 17 year old that can work from home?
I'm 17 years old and I go to johns burg high school in Illinois but Im switching to home school and I was looking at jobs but I cant seem to find any jobs that says they hire 17 year old to do remote work.
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Mateo Williams
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That's awesome, you're already thinking about working at 17. There are some good online options you can try from home. One thing that worked well for me at that age was doing online surveys.
I personally used a site called EliteSurveySites. It doesn’t offer surveys itself but lists trusted survey panels that actually pay. Many start with smaller surveys ($1–$3), but over time, if you're consistent and honest with your answers, you can unlock higher-paying ones, even $10+ per survey or invitations to focus groups that pay way more. You didn’t need to be 18 for all of them, some panels accept teens with parental consent.
What I did was register with multiple panels listed there and kept showing up daily. At first, it was slow, but once the panels saw I was active, I started getting better-paying offers and even earned $100+ on some days through focus groups.
So yeah, if you’re looking to make some money from home, it’s a great way to start building experience and income. Just make sure to get your mom’s help with setting it up, especially when signing up for panels that ask for age verification.
Hope this helps. Good luck.
I personally used a site called EliteSurveySites. It doesn’t offer surveys itself but lists trusted survey panels that actually pay. Many start with smaller surveys ($1–$3), but over time, if you're consistent and honest with your answers, you can unlock higher-paying ones, even $10+ per survey or invitations to focus groups that pay way more. You didn’t need to be 18 for all of them, some panels accept teens with parental consent.
What I did was register with multiple panels listed there and kept showing up daily. At first, it was slow, but once the panels saw I was active, I started getting better-paying offers and even earned $100+ on some days through focus groups.
So yeah, if you’re looking to make some money from home, it’s a great way to start building experience and income. Just make sure to get your mom’s help with setting it up, especially when signing up for panels that ask for age verification.
Hope this helps. Good luck.
Michelle M.
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Hello, Kelsey !
Is it that you will just do 12th grade homeschooling for next school year ? I'll give you some advice but if you need some information about homeschool, definitely ask about that here also.
Before you switch to homeschooling, go to your High school's office and ask about a Work Permit (Working Papers). Whether you attend high school in person or home school, you will maybe only be able to work when school is not in session. Employers are not permitted to write in a job notice that they are seeking candidates of any certain age, that is why none of the ads you've seen do not say they hire 17 year olds.
You will need to apply for work that you qualify for. For better results, you can apply at local businesses to work in person for food service or work in a supermarket if you have no experience. You also may want to apply for part time work online for data entry or customer service work, but it may have to be part time until you are 18. Your high school office can inform you of this when you visit them about the Work Permit.
It's not going to be productive for you to apply for remote work that you're not qualified for and you need to be extra careful to obtain part time work until you are 18. It seems like a visit to your guidance counselor or the high school's social worker can orientate you about how to obtain work and perhaps may have some job referrals at their disposal.
There is a cool program for teens in McHenry, Illinois that may help you get a job. It is the Summer Youth Employment in the Arts program that provides teens with artistic or administrative jobs in the arts. I would advise calling them tomorrow as these programs do applications early and programs like this fill up fast. So, as soon as you can, contact Jerome Grand, Program Director by phone at (312) 814-6766.
So for applying for work, I recommend in person work at local businesses and the supermarket. For remote, data entry or customer service part time. Seek communication with your guidance counselor about how obtaining a job works and also think about doing volunteer work to gain experience if you do not have any work history at this time.
I hope this helps and I wish you all the best !
Is it that you will just do 12th grade homeschooling for next school year ? I'll give you some advice but if you need some information about homeschool, definitely ask about that here also.
Before you switch to homeschooling, go to your High school's office and ask about a Work Permit (Working Papers). Whether you attend high school in person or home school, you will maybe only be able to work when school is not in session. Employers are not permitted to write in a job notice that they are seeking candidates of any certain age, that is why none of the ads you've seen do not say they hire 17 year olds.
You will need to apply for work that you qualify for. For better results, you can apply at local businesses to work in person for food service or work in a supermarket if you have no experience. You also may want to apply for part time work online for data entry or customer service work, but it may have to be part time until you are 18. Your high school office can inform you of this when you visit them about the Work Permit.
It's not going to be productive for you to apply for remote work that you're not qualified for and you need to be extra careful to obtain part time work until you are 18. It seems like a visit to your guidance counselor or the high school's social worker can orientate you about how to obtain work and perhaps may have some job referrals at their disposal.
There is a cool program for teens in McHenry, Illinois that may help you get a job. It is the Summer Youth Employment in the Arts program that provides teens with artistic or administrative jobs in the arts. I would advise calling them tomorrow as these programs do applications early and programs like this fill up fast. So, as soon as you can, contact Jerome Grand, Program Director by phone at (312) 814-6766.
So for applying for work, I recommend in person work at local businesses and the supermarket. For remote, data entry or customer service part time. Seek communication with your guidance counselor about how obtaining a job works and also think about doing volunteer work to gain experience if you do not have any work history at this time.
I hope this helps and I wish you all the best !
I appreciate your support, Michelle
Kevin
i am happy to provide the advice !
Michelle M.
Michael Anthony Hermogeno
Photographer
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Glendale, California
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Michael Anthony’s Answer
That is a tall order. Employers typically want folks out of high school due to the experience they require for remote employees. It doesn't hurt to reach out to them anyway and ask. You may find some might be willing to give you a chance. Don't always go by the job description. Reaching out can lead to a favorable outcome.
Doc Frick
Career Coach and Mentor
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California, CA
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Doc’s Answer
Remote jobs are on the rise across all professions and for all experience levels. This also includes work that is available to high school students, who may find remote work appealing because of its flexibility and the lack of travel required. There are even jobs for teens with no experience that are remote opportunities.
1️⃣ ONLINE TUTOR
Is there a subject in school you excel in or a standardized test you scored particularly well in? If you’re both passionate about helping others and confident in a particular subject or test, you may want to consider online tutoring.
2️⃣ HIGH SCHOOL INTERNSHIP
Remote job opportunities for high school students are on the rise. As more companies are willing to invest in younger generations, more young job seekers are free to pursue positions outside the office. For example, Chegg has a platform called internships.com which includes job listings for remote high school internship positions for a variety of industries. This is a great way to build up your resume while you are in high school to prepare for university applications.
3️⃣ WEBSITE BUILDING
Website building is a new type of digital joB that doesn’t require a college education and tends to pay much better than regular jobs. Anyone with a computer and an internet connection can now create websites – for clients or themselves. These sites can be anything from an e-commerce site to a blog site. And it all starts with accounts at website builders like WordPress, Weebly, and Wix.
4️⃣ FREELANCE CONTENT WRITER
Content writers create online blog articles and other webpage content for businesses to use on their websites. Content writers are usually paid per word or per piece. If you have strong writing and grammar skills, you may be able to find work as a freelance content writer. To be a freelance content writer, you'll need strong writing and editing skills. It's a good idea to create an online portfolio of some of your best, error-free work. You'll also need to be able to manage your time well and have strong communication skills in order to be a successful freelancer.
5️⃣ DATA ENTRY
Every year, more and more high school students will be entering the workforce. But for those who aren’t sure which field they want to pursue, or don’t have a clear idea of where they want to end up, there is still a lot of confusion surrounding how these positions are hiring. Data entry is a great way to start if you are looking to earn some money. There are many companies looking for entry-level positions in data entry. Appen, for example, is an Australian-based data company that is looking to hire such positions. You can start by doing simple tasks such as surveys or collecting data for the company. Keep in mind that the age requirement is 18.
Remote jobs may offer high school students a valuable opportunity to gain work experience, develop essential skills, and earn income, all while maintaining the flexibility to balance their academic and personal responsibilities. Embracing remote work may not only prepare you for the evolving job market but also provide you with a unique set of skills that are increasingly valuable in today’s digital world. As remote work continues to grow in popularity, as a high school student, you may be well-positioned to take advantage of these opportunities and establish a strong foundation for your future career.
1️⃣ ONLINE TUTOR
Is there a subject in school you excel in or a standardized test you scored particularly well in? If you’re both passionate about helping others and confident in a particular subject or test, you may want to consider online tutoring.
2️⃣ HIGH SCHOOL INTERNSHIP
Remote job opportunities for high school students are on the rise. As more companies are willing to invest in younger generations, more young job seekers are free to pursue positions outside the office. For example, Chegg has a platform called internships.com which includes job listings for remote high school internship positions for a variety of industries. This is a great way to build up your resume while you are in high school to prepare for university applications.
3️⃣ WEBSITE BUILDING
Website building is a new type of digital joB that doesn’t require a college education and tends to pay much better than regular jobs. Anyone with a computer and an internet connection can now create websites – for clients or themselves. These sites can be anything from an e-commerce site to a blog site. And it all starts with accounts at website builders like WordPress, Weebly, and Wix.
4️⃣ FREELANCE CONTENT WRITER
Content writers create online blog articles and other webpage content for businesses to use on their websites. Content writers are usually paid per word or per piece. If you have strong writing and grammar skills, you may be able to find work as a freelance content writer. To be a freelance content writer, you'll need strong writing and editing skills. It's a good idea to create an online portfolio of some of your best, error-free work. You'll also need to be able to manage your time well and have strong communication skills in order to be a successful freelancer.
5️⃣ DATA ENTRY
Every year, more and more high school students will be entering the workforce. But for those who aren’t sure which field they want to pursue, or don’t have a clear idea of where they want to end up, there is still a lot of confusion surrounding how these positions are hiring. Data entry is a great way to start if you are looking to earn some money. There are many companies looking for entry-level positions in data entry. Appen, for example, is an Australian-based data company that is looking to hire such positions. You can start by doing simple tasks such as surveys or collecting data for the company. Keep in mind that the age requirement is 18.
Remote jobs may offer high school students a valuable opportunity to gain work experience, develop essential skills, and earn income, all while maintaining the flexibility to balance their academic and personal responsibilities. Embracing remote work may not only prepare you for the evolving job market but also provide you with a unique set of skills that are increasingly valuable in today’s digital world. As remote work continues to grow in popularity, as a high school student, you may be well-positioned to take advantage of these opportunities and establish a strong foundation for your future career.
Riddhi Vyas
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Bensenville, Illinois
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Riddhi’s Answer
Some jobs that a 17-year-old could do from home are customer service, online tutoring, data entry, virtual assistant work, or selling things online. The hard part is that a lot of remote jobs require you to be 18+, so there are not as many options for 17-year-olds. Since you’re switching to homeschool, I would also look for part-time jobs and internships that specifically say they hire high school students. You can also check with local businesses to see if they offer remote work for students.
Jerry Maestas
photographer
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Española, New Mexico
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Jerry’s Answer
Hello! If you have a camera, any kind that you like using, take some time after homeschooling to visit a nearby park. Start snapping pictures and send them to your local newspaper. They might love the photos you think are interesting and could even publish them, paying you for your work. Best of luck with all the exciting things you try!
Mohan Krishna
Analyst
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Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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Mohan’s Answer
Freelance jobs like writing, simple graphic design, or photo editing
Online tutoring to help younger kids with their schoolwork
Creating content for social media, YouTube, or photo pages
Virtual assistant duties like sorting emails, entering data, or doing basic admin tasks
Selling things online, such as handmade crafts, prints, or digital items
Transcribing or adding captions by listening to audio and typing it out
Customer service or chat support, as some companies hire teens for part-time work
Online tutoring to help younger kids with their schoolwork
Creating content for social media, YouTube, or photo pages
Virtual assistant duties like sorting emails, entering data, or doing basic admin tasks
Selling things online, such as handmade crafts, prints, or digital items
Transcribing or adding captions by listening to audio and typing it out
Customer service or chat support, as some companies hire teens for part-time work
Thank you for the advice.
Caleb