Will my Age Give me a lesser Chance of Getting Employment???
2007-01-01 00:55:43 · 12 answers · asked by Untouchable 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
Until you are at least 18, it will be a liability in most countries as that is the minimum age to enter into legal contracts and depending on what your major is, say if it is manufacturing related, many countries require all their employees to be a minimum of 18 also.
2007-01-01 01:00:30 · answer #1 · answered by bottleblondemama 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It will be whatever you make it. Of course by law there will be some restrictions as it relates to contractual agreements. You see in some states you would still be considered a minor. Adulthood is not legal in most states until you reach your 18th year. You can also take a few more classes and wait things out but all work and no play does not make for a full filling life. Now some jobs you can work provided you get a parental consent but this route is littered with rules and regulations as it relates to child labor laws. These laws lay down how long you can work and the type of work one can do. So where ever you are look into the laws and make a informed decision. Remember, it is whatever you make it.
Good Luck
2007-01-01 01:11:45 · answer #2 · answered by Wordsmith 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Man, you are one smart person. I have to say that you are an asset to the society, but your age might hurt you seeking employment. Just take time off for some real good time that other people your age are having.
Good luck and a Happy New Year.
2007-01-01 01:18:17 · answer #3 · answered by crane1951@sbcglobal.net 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Congratulations if this is true (kind of hard to believe). But to some extent, it is a liability because certain jobs aren't allowed to be offered to persons under 18 and 21. You might not want those jobs anyway though with your degree! (Like you can't serve alcohol to minors..you need to be "of legal age" to serve alcohol). Also..since most rental cars companies won't rent to anyone under 25 or 21....you would have difficulty with a job where you are traveling on business and need to get a rental car to drive around to meet with clients. I would suggest non-customer contact jobs for a few years, because the customers would be so caught up in your age...it would be an issue. IN THE LONG TERM....THINK OF ALL THE EXPERIENCE YOU WILL HAVE BY 21! Don't forget to enjoy yourself as a 17 or 18 year old!
2007-01-01 01:02:41 · answer #4 · answered by lotsaanswers 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It will be an asset if you manage how to work with it or else vise- versa. I think you should not worry about this too much. Just have plans for the things you are going to do. Try to reach your goals. Have your time table for every thing so that your age is going to be a real asset.
Good Luck!!
2007-01-01 01:10:10 · answer #5 · answered by Sam 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well,
I wouldn't worry about it to much. Everyone is different. I graduated when I was 20 and got hired within 4 months at my field of study in a lab. I wouldn't worry to much, some employers may think your to young, some may think, "wow, went to college and graduated early, he is intelligent and I'll hire him before someone else does." It all depends. Also, you want things to stick out in a job interview too. They may remember that the most about you from others and can relate to you better when they think of who they want to hire. Also, it is illegal in Canada to ask your age in a job interview or application form. Hope this helps.
Wee Man.
2007-01-01 01:00:51 · answer #6 · answered by boychuka 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you went to graduate school, it would give you an extra couple of years and it would be a big asset to you to be 21 with a Phd than to be 17 with a bachelors degree.
2007-01-01 01:04:29 · answer #7 · answered by sunny 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Your age may or may not matters, depending on the company to which you want to be employed in. In my opinion, age is not the most crucial thing; maturity, brain and personality are more important. Do not be discouraged by your age, alright? Instead, you should be proud that you are able to graduate despite you are still 17!
2007-01-01 01:10:50 · answer #8 · answered by Mr Asker Knowmore 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I would day it is an asset as long as you are a responsible individual and show up to work every day and such. You have more productive years in you for the company.
2007-01-01 01:02:05 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
asset, asset, asset, what limitations it may give you your brain will figure out how to handle it. Maybe you could do graduate studies for a few years.
2007-01-01 01:00:26 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋