So I’m having trouble figuring out what would be a good job for me. I’m 17, interested in STEM and technology related jobs. I also wouldn’t mind teaching math/stem related academics.
I’ve already looked into Microcenter (too far away), and Apple retail (you have to be 18 to be hired I think.)
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I’m 17 and interested in the same fields. I have a job teaching at a STEM summer camp and an internship doing SolidWorks (3d modelling). Both of those required experience in something though. Good luck!
I’m also 17 with similar interests. Unfortunately, I had to settle for a cashier job at a concessions strand. Luckily, I managed to get an internship as well, but it doesn’t pay. If you need the money, it might be worth it to just compromise, especially if the job lets you have a tip jar. I honestly don’t mind my job that much, even though I thought I would hate it and that $7.25/hr wouldn’t be worth it. What I’m saying is, getting a job outside of your chosen field at this age probably won’t be as unpleasant as you imagine it will be.
I would note that both my job and internship are minimum wage but here that’s $11/hr. I tried to find a more traditional part time job during the school year but didn’t have any luck.
@ski_racer I know I will be really unhappy working in the restaurant business, even if it has tipping. I even was looking into working at bookstores (not really what I want) and they don’t hire until 18. 
@snowfairy137 I do have experience with SolidWorks and programming. If you don’t mind, do you know of any internships (even if it isn’t pay) during the school year centered around engineering?
Yeah unfortunately, I feel like I’m really out of luck. I want a job so I can save for college, but… a lot of places around where I am don’t hire until 18. Is there any online tutoring jobs that could maybe work?
No, but I got mine through a contact my dad had. If you know anyone who is in the computer science/engineering field let them know about your skills and if there are any opportunities. I didn’t do this so I don’t know if it works but I was thinking about emailing a bunch of small engineering firms in my area to see if they wouldn’t mind taking me as an intern.
@snowfairy137 Thanks, I’ll look into that!
I’m hoping others will have some thoughts for possible places to apply.