Explore Resources for Diverse Populations

How to land a job as a teen

1. Brainstorm and research job options - don't limit yourself to "teen" jobs like fast food.
2. Gain experience (and a reference) - small jobs and volunteering can help greatly.
3. Be able to name your skills - you have more skills than you might realize.
4. Get your documents together to apply - helps your application go smoothly.
5. Know how to ace your interview - interviews are the final exam (not a pop quiz).

Teen Job Opportunities

Explore some of our favorite employment opportunities just for teens. 

• Apprenticeship.gov
  Want to gain a trade? Find apprenticeship opportunities in the Austin-area for skills like electrician, plumber and carpentry.
• ESB-MACC Teen Leadership Program (Caminos)
  The Caminos is a 1-year paid youth leadership program at the Mexican American Cultural Center.
• City of Austin Hight School Internship Opportunities 
  Youth Initiatives provides opportunities for Austin-area High School students to be placed as interns at various locations based on their future career interests.
• City of Austin Youth Career Fest
  The Youth Career Fest is an yearly event that brings together high school students to learn about different careers paths.
• e4 Youth
  The e4 Youth Organization has several different paid jobs for Teens, including their Creative Mentor and Shadow the Pros programs.
• Goodwill 
  Eligible applicants can receive one-on-one assistance from a case manager to reach educational and career goals.
• Travis County Summer Youth Employment Program 
  Connects young people with paid work-based learning opportunities.