I am looking for a summer job from May to August. How early should I apply?
88968
Well, it seems that we have a question that Mr. Knowlegable doesn't know.  You should start as soon as possible and just let them know that you are available in May not right now.  Plenty of employers will keep that in mind when they are trying to fill the positions they have.
1123292
I have learned from experience that "the squeaky wheel gets the oil."  In other words, don't sit and wait for the call.  After about a week, go back and enquire about the job.  Tell them that you're really hoping that you'll get it.  The more they hear your name, the more likely that it'll catch their attention when they are sifting through that pile of applications.
196505
#1 show up about 15 minutes early...  too early appears desperate, late is unacceptable period!!!  Dress neat even if it isn't your style.  Cover up tattoos and piercings, as a lot of adults don't understand/appreciate them.  Act the way you think the interviewer would want you to be.  But also try to be yourself and act calm through it.  Good luck and congratulations because i am sure you will get the job!!!!
8546
If you are not currently UNemployed, then write down "ASAP", if you are employed, give them a date 2 weeks from today and let them know that you have to give your current employer a 'two-week' notice, that way they know that you are responsible and won't leave them hanging if you find another job. :)
786584
Well I'd say, wait a week after applying, if you do not hear anything in return, call them yourself. Just introduce yourself and say you recently turned in an application and were curious to know if anyone had the opportunity to go over it yet. Also mention you are very interested in working there and look forward to hearing back from them.   \nYou always want to sound interested in the position you're applying for and show confidence that you believe you can do a great job. \nAlso a tip before applying, or before accepting a job, is to go into the business you've applied to, by yourself or with a friend, hang out a bit, survey the people working around you - do they seem like nice people you would want to work around?  Do you see any managers? Do they seem nice? is everyone busy and happy...or busy and being pushed around?   Just observe. Being unhappy in a job is no fun.      \nSo take the initiative and call the places back first, wait a week and give them a call...be friendly and be confident. \nYou'll get a job eventually and its a great idea that you want to go out and work and make your own money :)
380699
I've found that calling the place instead of waiting on them to call you back is very helpful.  You can call and ask about the status of your application or call and speak to a manager and ask tell them that you've filled out an application and are very interested in pursuing that job.  I work two jobs at the mall...both places I filled out an application, and then called about 3 days later to check the status.  When I called, (showing my interest in the job), both asked me if I would like to come in for an interview.  Also, make sure that when you go to fill out applications, you're dressed like you were going to an interview.  Don't pick up an application in jeans, go dressed nicely and always ask to speak to a manager.  That way, you can speak directly to the person in charge.  Ask when they will be working again, so you can turn your application in directly to them.  Hope this helps!
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1)Figure out where you can live and travel to-define where.\n2)Figure out when you can work.\n3)Write a resume-www.microsoft.com has some online that you just change to fit you.  Maybe someone can help.  Having a piece of paper with references and the addresses of your schools and everything REALLY HELPS applications. Also have a nice black pen and a sharp pencil along, and BE ON TIME if there is any appointment.\n4)Then apply anywhere you can reach.  It helps if you have a feel for what you like to do-like child care or retail.  \n5)Concentrate  on one field, like child care, or retail stores, restaurants in a week and blanket them with applications. \n6)Apply on Monday and Tuesday mornings, except restaurants do the after lunch application.  You want to meet the boss when he/she is available to talk and worried about the schedule. Friday at 5 Pm is usually not productive.\n6)This summer the job market is very tough for 18 year olds.  You see their parents working the fast food lanes.  Go to your town hall and see if there are "job programs" in your area, or "temp help people". \n7) EXPERIENCE is better than nothing.  Volunteer at the hospital or Habitat for Humanity or the public school if you are interested in working in those kind of fields. If you cook everyday for the salvation army, maybe you can get a cook job. Think about it.
837599
Go in looking nice and ask for an application.  You can see if you can get a job first.  Interviewing is good practice.
660326
Don't rush into anything! If you have the summer apply to more and check them out! You wouldn't buy a car without looking around ..would you!?
992763
u must get a work permit first before a job will even hire you... jobs don't like to wait until this is done so go get it than apply for jobs!!!
603499
Dear Curly\nNow that the job market is finally looking up, it's the perfect time to seek out new opportunities. This spring you need to shake off that "lucky I even have a job" mentality, polish up your resume, and explore your career options! There are fun, flexible, fantastic jobs out there just waiting for someone like you!\nNow, get out there and pound the pavement. Beat on some doors until you latch onto that incredible dream job you always wanted! \n(I heard the Chicago area is a great place to promote tourism? Or, just look in the yellow pages uner Associations to find the union that interests you.)\n-Bryce
351056
Fill out job applications, and then check back with the companies within a week if you don't hear. The more you fill out, the more likely you are to get a job. Good Luck.
554777
let me say this\nthe best time to look for anew job is while you still have your job..\nthis way your getting a pay check and if you have to go on an interview you either go home early or call in for vacation day or use sick time.. or even if you take the day off and do not get paid for that day..\nyou go back tomorrow and still have a job..\nSO this is the best time to look for a job.. is when you have a job..\nAND I would not worry about your HR finding out..most high earners are always looking to see what's out there..just in case they can get more money ..then they go for it...\nif they ask you..just tell them..your just curious to see what out there..that you really do not have any intentions of leaving..this would be a god time to bring up the raise and more benefits your are looking for ..ask them if they can give you more...if they say NO WAY..just smile and ask one more time..then smile and say no problem..I love it here..and MEAN IT..say can't blame a guy for trying..HA HA..\nand star really looking HARD for a new job..once they ask you..then you are better off getting a new job..\nbut if you do not start looking now..you may be forced taking a job you do not want just to make a pay check\nGood Luck\nand God Bless\nsmile
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If you are seriously interested in having a summer job start applying now before college students are back.  My first jobs were at the mall.  I worked in the food court and at a department store.  I also worked at a couple restaurants.  Made great money as a server.  You could be a server or hostess at a restaurant, or a cashier at just about any store.  Many places hire just for summer.  The key is getting the job before a college student does.
197894
If your current place of employment is not challenging you, or you feel you can make a better wage, consider switching jobs.  Depending on your industry, the best time to seek employment is in the winter months because most people are not looking for a new job so they can get their "year end bonus" or more vacation time.  You won't have as much competition.  If you are in the food service industry, try to get your foot in the door before your area's "season" so you'll have dibs on the main sections before the new people that show up for season.
1147840
It depends on where you live...some states allow wavers so that you can work full time during the summer. When you apply for a job ask the manager about their policy and state and fed law.
474885
Unfortunately, either an on-campus job (but usually they're binded by a union so you have little or no chance of getting the good ones), or else waitressing or retail.  Another good idea is to do temporary jobs if you have office skills, if you want hands on you can go through a temp service and do assembly for about 9 or 10 an hour.  That way you're only temporary so when it's time to go back to school, you can tell them you have to go back but will be available the next summer.