The exhilarating experience of financial independence which comes with the first job is bound to get anyone excited. There was a time when we associated jobs with adulthood. But such thoughts have gone for a toss and even young souls yearn for monetary freedom. We have listed some entry-level jobs for 14-year-olds that teens can dive into without any prior experience. But before jumping on to different part-time and full-time options, let’s first take a look at the associated legalities as per Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA):
During the school year, you can’t work:
- More than 18 hours per week
- More than 3 hours on school days
- Before 7:00 am
- After 7:00 pm
During holidays, you can work more often. However, a 14-year-old can’t work:
- More than 40 hours per week
- More than 8 hours per day
- Before 7:00 am
- After 9:00 pm (except June 1 to Labor Day)
Minors are prohibited by FLSA from engaging in hazardous occupations like mining, manufacturing, construction, and operating dangerous machinery and equipment. The U.S. Department of Labor guarantees a minimum hourly wage of $7.25 to 14-year-olds. However, employers might pay the teens as low as $4.25 per hour over the tenure of the first 3 months of work if they are below 20 years. Following this, your wage might be increased on a day rate, hourly rate, or as your cumulative month-end salary.
50 Best Paying Jobs for Teens (For 14-Year-Olds)
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- Actor
- Amusement Park Attendant
- Audio Editor
- Animator
- Artist
- Baker
- Barista
- Babysitting
- Busser
- Blogging
- Caddy
- Cashier
- Camp counselor
- Call Center Representative
- Car Wash Attendant
- Catering Coordinator
- Cart Pusher
- Concession Worker
- Delivery Driver
- Dish Cleaner
- Floral Clerk
- Food Prep Worker
- Grocery Bagger
- Grocery Stocker
- Gas Station Attendant
- Garden Assistant
- House cleaning
- House Sitting
- Ice cream scooper
- Internet Researcher
- Janitor
- Junior Referee
- Lifeguard
- Logo Designer
- Mover
- Music Reviewer
- Newspaper Delivery
- Office Assistant
- Pool cleaner
- Programming
- Pet sitting
- Pet walking
- Poop Scooper
- Restaurant Host/Hostess
- Snow shoveling
- Swim Instructor
- Tutor
- Theatre usher
- Website developer
- 3D Modeler
1. Actor
Hourly Rate: $27
Job Duty: Portraying a particular role for a TV show, film, advertisement, or stage play.
Special job requirement: You should have a creative flair.
Websites for employment in the USA: Backstage.com, PerformInk.com, TheatreIn.com, iActor.com
2. Amusement Park Attendant
Hourly Rate: $12.22
Special job requirement: You need to have a friendly personality.
Organizations providing employment to 14-year-old in the USA: Jolly Roger, Six Flags, Jenkinson’s Boardwalk
Websites for employment in the USA: Fun-spot.com, Diversityjobs.com, Cedarfir.com
Job Duty:
- Guide people to the park rides.
- Serve food or work at cash registers.
3. Audio Editor
Hourly Rate: $29
Special job requirement: You need to be proficient at using software programs.
Organizations providing employment to 14-year-old in the USA: RWS Global, Massachusetts Maritime Academy, Golden Hippo
Websites for employment in the USA: Truelancer.com, ProductionHUB.com
Job Duty:
- Ensure top-notch audio quality of the recordings.
- Mix audio tracks and add effects.
4. Animator
Hourly Rate: $49.33
Job Duty: Produce high-quality animations and still images.
Special job requirement: Knowledge of animation tools.
Websites for employment in the USA: Twine.net, Disneyanimation.com, Illustrationx.com
5. Artist
Hourly Rate: $34.08
Job Duty: Paint murals or design tattoos
Websites for employment in the USA: Artsearch.us, Behance.net, Art-enables.org, Muralarts.org, Artsfairfax.org, Glasstire.com
6. Baker
Hourly Rate: $18
Job Duty: Make cookies, cakes, or bread.
Organizations providing employment to 14-year-old in the USA: Hilton, Hyatt, Marriott, Novotel, Accor
7. Barista
Hourly Rate: $14-15
Cafes providing employment to 14-year-old in the USA: Starbucks, Jamba Juice, 7 Brew Coffee, Smoothie King, Caribou Coffee
Websites for employment in the USA: us.jobrapido.com, indeed.com, simplyhired.com, ziprecruiter.com, coffeejobsboard.com, glassdoor.com
Job Duty:
- Preparing beverages like tea, coffee, iced drinks, and milkshakes.
- Answer customer queries and help them with menu selection.
- Using cash register and other point-of-sale tech.
- Keep customer areas, work areas, and all equipment both clean and sanitized.
8. Babysitting
Hourly Rate: $16.14
Special job requirement: You need to possess a good sense of humor and adequate patience.
Websites for employment in the USA: Sittercity.com, Care.com, UrbanSitter.com, Babysits.com
Job Duty:
- Watch young kids in the absence of their parents.
- Play with kids, keep them safe, and put them to bed on time.
9. Busser
Hourly Rate: $10-12
Restaurants providing employment to 14-year-old in the USA: The Paddle Pub, Crispellis, Reb Robin Gourmet Burgers, LGC Associates, LLC
Websites for employment in the USA: ZipRecruiter.com, Indeed.com, Seasonaljobs.dol.gov, Zippia.com
Special job requirement: Keen eye for a finished meal to clear tables timely and allow the dishwasher to clean the tableware for being used again.
Job Duty:
- Cleaning drinkware and utensils from restaurant tables.
- Refilling non-alcoholic beverages of customers.
- Wiping clean the eating area.
- Helping customers carry food to their tables.
10. Blogging
Hourly Rate: $35.19
Job Duty: Create content for websites and businesses.
Special job requirement: A stable internet connection, an urge to research topics and create fresh content.
Websites for employment in the USA: FlexJobs.com, ProBlogger.com, BloggingPro.com
11. Caddy
Hourly Rate: $13
Special job requirement: You need to be physically active and should enjoy golf.
Golf clubs providing employment to 14-year-old in the USA: Merion Golf Club, KingsDeerGolfClub, Ravinia Green Country Club, Rolling Green Country Club, Firestone Country Club
Websites for employment in the USA: Simplyhired.com, Indeed.com
Job Duty:
- Wipe golf balls and accessories.
- Carry gold accessories.
- Measuring yardages.
- Holding the flag.
- Rake sand bunkers.
- Cleaning the pin.
- Replacing ball marks.
- Help players during games.
12. Cashier
Hourly Rate: $14
Special job requirement: You will probably be on your feet all day, this requires a lot of stamina.
Stores providing employment to 14-year-old in the USA: Urban Beets café, Thomas Cuisine, Dunhams Sports
Websites for employment in the USA: Monster.com, Betterteam.com, Comeet.com
Job Duty:
- Collect payments whether in cash or credit.
- Scan goods to ensure correct pricing.
- Validate gift cards or coupons.
- Issue refunds.
- Keep a balance cash drawer throughout the shifts.
13. Camp counselor
Hourly Rate: $15.73
Special job requirement: You should know basic survival skills and also enjoy the outdoors.
Organizations providing employment to 14-year-old in the USA: U.S. Space & Rocket Center – Space Camp, Texas A&M International University, Mentoring Alliance
Websites for employment in the USA: USAsummercamp.com, Campleaders.com, Seasonworkers.com, Greatcampjobs.com
Job Duty:
- Keep an eye on young kids.
- Guide them in outdoor environments.
- Teach them camping essentials.
14. Call Center Representative
Hourly Rate: $18
Special job requirement: Although on-the-job training is offered by the employer, a prior interest in tech aspects is preferred.
Websites for employment in the USA: Randstadusa.com, Jobfull.org
Job Duty:
- Answering questions via messaging, phone, and email.
- Take orders and respond to customer complaints.
- Process returns.
15. Car Wash Attendant
Hourly Rate: $13.83
Special job requirement: Need to possess knowledge of different types of cars alongside adequate strength and stamina to perform physical duties.
Car washers providing employment to 14-year-old in the USA: F& M Wash Bay, Rainforest Carwash & Oil Change, CARite, Speedy Stop Foods
Websites for employment in the USA: Richscarwash.com, Gocarwash.com, Carwashprodesigners.com
Job Duty:
- Cleaning the exterior and interior of cars whether using devices or manually.
- Shampoo the upholstery, vacuum the carpets and clean the windows.
16. Catering Coordinator
Hourly Rate: $21
Special job requirement: A passion for food and flexible work hours
Organizations providing employment to 14-year-old in the USA: Chick-Fil-A, Westin Las Vegas, Four Seasons, Hyatt Regency Atlanta, Fontainebleau Florida Hotel
Websites for employment in the USA: Zippia.com, Relishcaterers.com
Job Duty:
- Answering phone inquiries.
- Helping prepare food for timely delivery.
17. Cart Pusher
Hourly Rate: $16.14
Organizations providing employment to 14-year-old in the USA: Walmart, Brookhaven marketplace, Piedmont Candy Company, Albertsons, Mariano’s, Sam’s Club
Websites for employment in the USA: work.chron.com, jobs.issworld.com, wayup.com
Job Duty:
- Collect carts from the parking lot and arrange them neatly at the store.
- Wipe down carts to keep them clean.
- Remove garbages left behind by shoppers.
18. Concession Worker
Hourly Rate: $13.69
Organizations providing employment to 14-year-old in the USA: Traders Village, Ltd, Wild Water West, American Food and Vending, San Pablo Lytton Casino, Rose Bowl Stadium
Websites for employment in the USA: Usemultiplier.com, Sheetz.com, Indeed.com, ZipRecruiter.com, Governmentjobs.com, Jobrapido.com
Job Duty:
- Maintain cleanliness of food service areas.
- Operate cash register.
- Serve food and beverages.
- Greet guests with a welcoming phrase.
- Respond to guest queries promptly.
19. Delivery Driver
Hourly Rate: $24
Websites for employment in the USA: hiring.amazon.com, jobs.dominos.com
Job Duty:
- Delivering orders to customers.
- Reviewing orders both before and after delivery.
- Accept payment from customers.
- Handle complaints and maintain delivery-related documentation.
20. Dish Cleaner
Hourly Rate: $18
Restaurants providing employment to 14-year-old in the USA: McDonald’s, Del Frisco’s Grille Fort Worth
Special job requirement: You need to have strong arms and legs.
Websites for employment in the USA: Indeed.com, SimplyHired.com, Ziprecruiter.com, Merrymaids.com, Meiko.us, Dawn-dish.com
Job Duty:
- Clean cookware and dishes.
- Place them in serving stations.
21. Floral Clerk
Hourly Rate: $14.11
Organizations providing employment to 14-year-old in the USA: ShopRite, Kroger, Ingles Markets, Roche Bros. Supermarkets, Reasor’s, Dierbergs
Websites for employment in the USA: Onetonline.org, Endowment.org
Job Duty:
- Take customer orders.
- Cut flowers and make arrangements.
- Stock shelves and carry out special jobs like filling helium balloons.
22. Food Prep Worker
Hourly Rate: $14.15
Websites for employment in the USA: Goodfoodjobs.com, Campuscooks.com
Job Duty:
- Offer ingredients to the cook.
- Carry out light dish assembly.
- Help with dishes.
23. Grocery Bagger
Hourly Rate: $12-14
Stores providing employment to 14-year-old in the USA: Fry’s Food Stores, Smith’s Food and Drug, Kroger Stores, Fred Meyer, King Soopers, Ralphs, Food 4 Less
Websites for employment in the USA: Indeed.com, ZipRecruiter.com, Do2learn.com
Job Duty:
- Helps the cashier in bagging items during the checkout process.
- Assist in loading the items bought by customers into carts and also help them carry them outside to their vehicles.
- Collect grocery items from the counter that haven’t been bought and return them to stock clerks.
24. Grocery Stocker
Hourly Rate: $14.80
Special job requirement: Might be required to work during early morning hours or overnight.
Supermarkets providing employment to 14-year-old in the USA: United Supermarkets, Brookshire Grocery Company, Albertsons Market, Piggly Wiggly
Websites for employment in the USA: Indeed.com, ZipRecruiter.com, Jooble.org, Cub.com
Job Duty:
- Unloading deliveries and trucks.
- Sorting products and stocking them on shelves.
- Maintaining a log sheet of scanning inventory, daily moves, etc.
- Puts price tags and labels on products.
- Maintains an orderly space for shoppers by cleaning the supermarket.
25. Gas Station Attendant
Hourly Rate: $17
Special job requirement: You need to be good at PR.
Gas station providing employment to 14-year-old in the USA: Chevron gas station, Rocky Mountain Air Solutions
Websites for employment in the USA: Chevron.com, Recruitngr.com, Shell.us, Careers.7-eleven.com
Job Duty:
- Man fuel station equipment and dispensers.
- Pump gas.
- Stock shelves and handle the register.
26. Garden Assistant
Hourly Rate: $16.38
Special job requirement: You should enjoy being outdoors.
Websites for employment in the USA: Seedsnc.org, Betterteam.com, Planitplus.net, Jobsoid.com
Job Duty:
- Replace and re-pot flowers.
- Basic lawn care tasks like weeding, mowing, and trimming hedges.
- Water plants.
27. House cleaning
Hourly Rate: $14.54
Special job requirement: You shouldn’t have a dust allergy and should be physically capable of doing such manual chores.
Websites for employment in the USA: Laceandco.com, Adriannascleaning.com, Greenhousestaffing.com
Job Duty:
- Cleaning the house and reporting safety hazards to the homeowner.
- Undertake tasks like sweeping, vacuuming, dusting shelves, emptying trash, and mopping floors.
- Wash dishes, change linens, and do light laundry.
28. House Sitting
Hourly Rate: $15
Websites for employment in the USA: Trustedhousesitters.com, Housesittersamerica.com, Mindahome.com
Job Duty:
- Carry out house cleaning jobs like sweeping, vacuuming, dusting, and mopping.
- Watering houseplants and caring for pets.
29. Ice cream scooper
Hourly Rate: $13.69
Organizations providing employment to 14-year-old in the USA: Salt & Straw Ice Cream, Two Roosters Ice Cream, Lick Honest Ice Creams, Donut Friend, Blue Cow Ice Cream
Websites for employment in the USA: Climbtheladder.com, Benjerry.com
Job Duty:
- Engaging customers by scooping ice creams and combining flavors.
- Offer menu suggestions and answer customer queries.
- Create delectable treats including milkshakes, sundaes, etc.
- Provide samples for tasting and collect payments from customers.
- Keep a tab on the ice cream inventory.
30. Internet Researcher
Hourly Rate: $12
Job Duty: Find and summarize information in the form of a presentation or report.
Special job requirement: Proper knowledge of search engines
Websites for employment in the USA: Truelancer.com, Toogit.com, Jobtoday.com, Clickworker.com
31. Janitor
Hourly Rate: $15.23
Organizations providing employment to 14-year-old in the USA: CW Solutions LLC, Welia Health, Flix Hospitality Group, The Salvation Army Western USA
Websites for employment in the USA: Urbancompany.com, SimplyHired.com, Ziprecruiter.com
Job Duty:
- Sweep, mop, and vacuum floors.
- Mow lawns and remove litter.
32. Junior Referee
Hourly Rate: $18.48
Special job requirement: You need to have knowledge of the game and should be in good shape for keeping up with the athletes.
Websites for employment in the USA: Governmentjobs.com, USAfencing.org, USyouthsoccer.org, Referee.com
Job Duty:
- Oversees games in a youth league.
- Keep track of start and stop times.
- Ensure all players adhere to game rules.
- Award penalties and take game calls.
- Inspect team gear periodically.
33. Lifeguard
Hourly Rate: $13
Special job requirement: CPR/lifeguard certification and a watchful eye.
Organizations providing employment to 14-year-old in the USA: Great Wolf Lodge, Six Flags Darien Lake, Hurricane Harbor Concord, Seaworld, Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort
Websites for employment in the USA: Guardforlife.com, Governmentjobs.com, USAsummercamp.com
Job Duty:
- Watch over the lake, pool, or ocean making sure everyone is out of dangers way.
- Offers swimming lessons and responds to help calls immediately.
- Provide immediate care in the event of an emergency.
34. Logo Designer
Hourly Rate: $15-30
Job Duty: Understand the client’s vision and transform it into an eye-catching logo
Special job requirement: You need to have an artistic flair and should be comfortable using the latest tools.
Organizations providing employment to 14-year-old in the USA: Coalition Technologies, Procter & Gamble, World Food Programme, US Venture
Websites for employment in the USA: Designcrowd.com, Coroflot.com, Krop.com
35. Mover
Hourly Rate: $12-20
Special job requirement: Being a highly physical work, you should possess the ability to carry heavy goods.
Websites for employment in the USA: MovingWork.com, Moverrecruiter.com, Moverup.com, Careers.twomenandatruck.com
Job Duty:
- Pack items securely for their transportation.
- Load and unload the goods without damaging anything in transit.
36. Music Reviewer
Hourly Rate: $26
Job Duty: Listen to new music and write reviews.
Special job requirement: Good internet connection.
Websites for employment in the USA: Music-jobs.com, Rightchordmusic.com, Musicgateway.com
37. Newspaper Delivery
Hourly Rate: $11
Job Duty: Deliver newspapers around the locality.
Special job requirement: You need to know around the neighborhood and also know how to drive a bike for delivering the newspapers around.
Organizations providing employment to 14-year-old in the USA: Tampa Bay Times
Websites for employment in the USA: Indeed.com, SimplyHired.com
38. Office Assistant
Hourly Rate: $15.94
Websites for employment in the USA: UpWork.com, Betterteam.com, Michaelpage.com
Job Duty:
- Data entry and replying to emails.
- Organizing spreadsheets and even getting a cup of coffee for the boss.
39. Pool cleaner
Hourly Rate: $18
Websites for employment in the USA: Greatvalleypool.com, Poolready.com, Savolpools.com, Trublupoolservice.com
Job Duty:
- Add chemical cleaners to pool water.
- Remove debris from the pools.
- Checking chlorine and pH levels of the water.
40. Programming
Hourly Rate: $41
Job Duty: Code and develop websites, apps, computer software, and games.
Special job requirement: Need to have coding knowledge
Websites for employment in the USA: CodaKid.com, ZipRecruiter.com
41. Pet sitting
Hourly Rate: $15.30
Special job requirement: You should enjoy the company of animals.
Websites for employment in the USA: Rover.com, Petbacker.com, Sittercity.com, Care.com
Job Duty:
- Care for pets and feed them.
- Ensure they stay healthy and comfortable when the owners are away.
- Take sick pets to the vet.
- Play with them and make them exercise.
- Take care of bathroom-related responsibilities.
42. Pet walking
Hourly Rate: $16
Job Duty: Taking pets on walks to help them exercise and socialize with other animals.
Special job requirement: You should enjoy the company of animals.
Websites for employment in the USA: DogWalker.com, Petbacker.com, Littlepawsdogwalking.com, Poodlypawsomedogwalking.com
43. Poop Scooper
Hourly Rate: $13.69
Job Duty: Cleaning pet poop.
Organizations providing employment to 14-year-old in the USA: Poopertrooper, Doodooblues, The Spruce Pets, Rocky Mountain Pooper Scoopers,
Websites for employment in the USA: Doodycalls.com, Wayup.com, Scoopnpoop.com
44. Restaurant Host/Hostess
Hourly Rate: $14.37
Special job requirement: You need to have a friendly and cheerful attitude.
Organizations providing employment to 14-year-old in the USA: Del Frisco’s Grille, Bill’s Bar & Burger, Mastros Steakhouse, Olive Garden
Websites for employment in the USA: BLS.gov, Freshworks.com
Job Duty:
- Greeting patrons and leading them to tables.
- Presenting them with menus and educating them about the specials.
- Convey important information to guests like waiting time.
45. Snow shoveling
Hourly Rate: $26.38
Websites for employment in the USA: Seasonaljobs.dol.gov, Zippia.com. Cloudfront.net, Cushmanwakefield.com
Job Duty:
- Shovel snow from roofs, walkways, and driveways.
- Spreading salt on the property.
- Operate power equipment, Bobcats, and Plows. etc.
46. Swim Instructor
Hourly Rate: $24
Job Duty: Coach others on swimming techniques.
Special job requirement: CPR/lifeguard certification
Organizations providing employment to 14-year-old in the USA: Orange County Swim Camp
Websites for employment in the USA: Jobboard.usaswimming.org, governmentjobs.com, swimming.org, lessons.com
47. Tutor
Hourly Rate: $21
Tools for online tutors: Google Meet, Zoom, Microsoft Teams
Websites for employment in the USA: Tutor.com, Preply.com, Fevtutor.com
Job Duty:
- Help kids with their homework.
- Handle assignments and point out trouble areas.
48. Theatre usher
Hourly Rate: $11
Websites for employment in the USA: Careers.Broadway.com, Playbill.com
Job Duty:
- Walk theatres before, during, and after shows.
- Clean lobbies and auditoriums.
- Help handle customer concerns.
49. Website developer
Hourly Rate: $37
Websites for employment in the USA: Dice.com, Talenttapstaff.com, Gdeb.com
Job Duty:
- Designing and building a website.
- Updating information regularly.
50. 3D Modeler
Hourly Rate: $27
Job Duty: Create models of buildings, products, or even people.
Websites for employment in the USA: Cgvizstudio.com, Cgtrader.com
Conclusion
Being a teenager and landing that first gig isn’t just about the cash, it’s about gaining real-world skills, being part of a team, and perhaps even taking on a leadership role. It’s a ticket to adventure!