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Dianna
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Fennimore, Wisconsin
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Are there any remote jobs for a soon-to-be 16 year old? Any type, also looking for ways to quickly earn and save money.
Looking for a remote job to earn money. I've had no real jobs before, but I'm quick to learn and grow. I also need financial advice, since I'm hoping to save up and plan for the future. Any help or advice of any kind would be great.
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Paul Spectar
Remote Staffing / Global Talent
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New York, New York
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Paul’s Answer
That’s a smart question to be asking, especially at your age.
When you’re almost 16, real remote jobs are limited, so I’d be careful with anything that promises quick money, those usually aren’t worth it. What does work is starting small and learning simple skills like Canva design, basic video editing, writing short content, or helping with social media. Those skills can turn into real income later on.
If you’re good at a school subject, online tutoring for younger students is also a safe and practical option. Even earning a little and learning how to save it properly makes a big difference long term.
What kinds of skills or subjects do you already enjoy or feel confident in?
When you’re almost 16, real remote jobs are limited, so I’d be careful with anything that promises quick money, those usually aren’t worth it. What does work is starting small and learning simple skills like Canva design, basic video editing, writing short content, or helping with social media. Those skills can turn into real income later on.
If you’re good at a school subject, online tutoring for younger students is also a safe and practical option. Even earning a little and learning how to save it properly makes a big difference long term.
What kinds of skills or subjects do you already enjoy or feel confident in?
Ramez Quawas
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Ramez’s Answer
I highly doubt it since for remote there is always a question are you older than 18 . Remote jobs are for skilled workers try fiver.com and offer something , maybe you can be a dog walker in your neighborhood. You need to have. A skill for remote , check Google what is available around you
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Victoria Davis
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Victoria’s Answer
Hello! What a great question. One thing you can do is start with the resources offered at your high school. They may have a network of community partners who could be hiring. Make a list of jobs you are interested in and do some research on local employers in your community. Even if they dont have a remote option, they may be open to flexible work arrangements for students.
Michelle M.
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Hello, Dianna !
It's awesome that you want to start working and saving !
Before you commit to an Online Job, there are some things you'll need to know. You will have to open a bank account that connects with a payment platform that the employer uses. You would also need to apply to online jobs that you qualify for and you can determine that by reading the employment notices at various employment websites. Many online things that sound like it may be easy money are not in actuality easy. Surveys and such do not pay much at all and you do not get paid until you reach a certain monetary amount for many of those type of "jobs".
If you do not have any experience as yet, and you apply for online jobs with no results, you may want to consider in person on site jobs like camp counselor, lifeguard, kitchen assistant, and retail associate. These types of employers hire people in Fennimore that do not have experience and provide on the job training. Opportunities for students in your age range are offered through the Southwest WI Job Center in Fennimore. Also look into applying to Lands’ End and Northwestern Mutual, as they offer internships and entry level positions that may be available to teens with relevant skills or backgrounds. Look for jobs through the websites Indeed, ZipRecruiter, and HireTeen. You can also visit a local hospital and inquire about jobs in food service, data entry and/or reception. Apply to all the nearby large supermarkets, too. In person will be the quickest results for your first job that will have a regular pay period.
As for saving, have a discussion with your parents to see if you can save your paychecks until you gain as much that you need for what you are saving for. On rare occasions spend a little of your pay. It is easy to save if you are still living with your parents. You can also take a few jobs babysitting if you want to to make extra money.
So taking on a job means that you know how to do the work and it can't really be just "any" job. As I've mentioned, there are some places that hire and then will train you how to do the work, so focus on your skills and make sure you qualify when you apply for work. Your high school Guidance Counselor may be able to help you with referrals that are not on the internet and most of the youth employment programs seem to be located a bit far in Milwaukee. In good weather, think about having tag sales selling items you and your family do not need anymore. Obtain information about how to do tag sales on the weekends by doing a search online. That will be cash in hand on the same day.
I hope this helps and I wish you all the very best !
It's awesome that you want to start working and saving !
Before you commit to an Online Job, there are some things you'll need to know. You will have to open a bank account that connects with a payment platform that the employer uses. You would also need to apply to online jobs that you qualify for and you can determine that by reading the employment notices at various employment websites. Many online things that sound like it may be easy money are not in actuality easy. Surveys and such do not pay much at all and you do not get paid until you reach a certain monetary amount for many of those type of "jobs".
If you do not have any experience as yet, and you apply for online jobs with no results, you may want to consider in person on site jobs like camp counselor, lifeguard, kitchen assistant, and retail associate. These types of employers hire people in Fennimore that do not have experience and provide on the job training. Opportunities for students in your age range are offered through the Southwest WI Job Center in Fennimore. Also look into applying to Lands’ End and Northwestern Mutual, as they offer internships and entry level positions that may be available to teens with relevant skills or backgrounds. Look for jobs through the websites Indeed, ZipRecruiter, and HireTeen. You can also visit a local hospital and inquire about jobs in food service, data entry and/or reception. Apply to all the nearby large supermarkets, too. In person will be the quickest results for your first job that will have a regular pay period.
As for saving, have a discussion with your parents to see if you can save your paychecks until you gain as much that you need for what you are saving for. On rare occasions spend a little of your pay. It is easy to save if you are still living with your parents. You can also take a few jobs babysitting if you want to to make extra money.
So taking on a job means that you know how to do the work and it can't really be just "any" job. As I've mentioned, there are some places that hire and then will train you how to do the work, so focus on your skills and make sure you qualify when you apply for work. Your high school Guidance Counselor may be able to help you with referrals that are not on the internet and most of the youth employment programs seem to be located a bit far in Milwaukee. In good weather, think about having tag sales selling items you and your family do not need anymore. Obtain information about how to do tag sales on the weekends by doing a search online. That will be cash in hand on the same day.
I hope this helps and I wish you all the very best !
Dianna Soto
Non Sterile Pharmacy Technician
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Tampa, Florida
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Dianna’s Answer
Since you’re still a considered to be a dependent, you need permission from your school, and parents, along with a State ID. That applies to all jobs as a high school student. Double which with your state and county if school permission is required for any job.
As for remote jobs, it is required for you to be 18 and older with some work experience. There are a few data entry roles for 16 year olds, but it’s not an actual job and you won’t really get paid much even if you meet all qualifications. I would suggest working at a local grocery store or retail store during the weekends. Especially since you would only be part time. If you want to try to look for remote jobs there are YouTube channels that post all kinds of jobs daily. They also post in person jobs. Just make sure you get all of your documents in order first before applying for any positions.
As for remote jobs, it is required for you to be 18 and older with some work experience. There are a few data entry roles for 16 year olds, but it’s not an actual job and you won’t really get paid much even if you meet all qualifications. I would suggest working at a local grocery store or retail store during the weekends. Especially since you would only be part time. If you want to try to look for remote jobs there are YouTube channels that post all kinds of jobs daily. They also post in person jobs. Just make sure you get all of your documents in order first before applying for any positions.