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First Jobs
What Experts Say
For the vast majority of us, there's one guarantee in life, and that's working. While you or your partner probably work to pay the monthly bills, your teenager may view a part-time job as a means of establishing some independence, of earning some extra cash for the mall, or of helping to save up for college. But a first job also teaches teens valuable lessons, such as responsibility, a respect and appreciation for working adults (read: you), and a taste of the real world.
Furthermore, according to Brett Brown, Ph.D., director of the nonprofit research organization Child Trends, teens who grow up struggling in school often find that a job can help them feel successful and confident by receiving tangible rewards for their efforts. Studies have also found that teens who are employed have an easier transition into the labor force after graduating.
If your teenager is interested in getting her first job, summer is a good time to start because the adjustment period won't affect her schoolwork. The average age when kids are legally allowed to work is between 14 and 16, but it varies by state, so do your research before your teen starts looking.
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