Why cant I get a job?

Question

I live in greater london, I have just finished my exams in college and i will hopefully go to university this september or the next year. I have applied for loads of simple jobs like working in a shop, garden centre and even being a cleaner, but they all just don't reply to me or turn me down. Alot of my freinds have jobs for the summer, I have even tried all the theme parks near me and everyone has taken up those places too. Its so annoying!! It is probably because I have never had a job before apart from a couple of work experiences, but people have to start from somewhere, right? How do i find out about restaurant vacancies or high street shops? Thanks.

Answer 1

Ask your (working) friends .. they will know of vacancies first ..

The main problem is 'too young' & 'no experience' ... few Companies want to 'invest' in training you since you will be leaving in a few months....

So you need to explain why you won't need (much) training. When applying for jobs, 'tailor' your letter so it focusses on what talents and experience you do have ...

For example, if you have done Baby Sitting for the last few years you need to put this first when applying for a job as a domestic assistant (aka cook/cleaner) in a creche ..

Also make sure you details are with as many Agencies as possible = especially those like REED etc. who specialise in Temp. Staff.

Finally, don't expect anything more than minimium wage ..

Answer 2

I would recomend making and using a resume. A lot of young people entering the work force over look this step, but it's actually a great help in finding a job. You say you don't have much work history, so instead of focusing on that in your resume you could focus on clubs you were in while attending high school, sports, what you're good at... anything about you that you would think an employer would want to know. It makes you look professional, and employers will often consider you a lot more than just randomly walking in and applying. You should also consider posting a personal on monster.com, they are a lot of help in finding a job and openings anywhere around you.

Also, you shouldn't be picky where you choose to apply. Put in applications anywhere you think you have a chance of getting a job. If you get a job you don't really like you can always keep looking, in the mean time you will still be making money. If you find a more appealing job, you can also put in your 2 weeks at your current job and tell them you found another job that better suits your needs and skills. They cannot hold it agianst you, legally, and is generally a respectable action.

Answer 3

Go back and leave your name.address and phone number with these firms this will show how determined you are and WHEN they have a vacancy either because someone doesn't turn up of leaves they'll have you to fall back on. In the meantime try Hairdressers to see if the need receptionists or how about applying to be a doctor's receptionist they are always needed to cover for annual holidays and sickness. Walk in to shops and ask if they have vacancies they just may be thinking of getting a temp. Even register with a temping agency they cover all sorts of jobs. Good luck and don't give up trying

Answer 4

Basically ou can't find a job because there are too many people looking for a job and too little jobs to o around....

Don't worry though you will get the job you deserve in time just keep looking and keep your chin up !

the best way to find jobs in high street shops is just to go in ask for the manager have a tak about current vacancies (if any) if not ask if they take CV's and keep them on file and for how many months.....
Give them a well presented CV and leave letting them know you look forward to hearing from them....

Good Luck !

Answer 5

Somebody once worked out that only 20% of vacancies are ever advertised. If you fancy working in a particular shop, phone them up and ask to speak to the manager or to personnel. Dont wait until you see an advert.

Also, try registering with an employment agency as they may be able to find you temporary work.

Answer 6

Finally someone has the same problem :)

I live in the US and have never had one of those "simple" jobs in my life. Have had a few internships but that experience hasn't helped me get anything further. Coffee shops, bookstores libraries etc. don't respond to my applications. I'm currently working for my dad this summer.

I think the best way is to have a friend refer you to an opening, and just generally keep ur eyes peeled... good luck... in the meantime maybe just try to find an internship through connections or through online listings.

Answer 7

No experience and you're British,it works against you these days in most jobs..The manual work has been taken over by Eastern Europeans so you have alot of competition aswell.When I came back into the country I had to apply for about 50 jobs and that's WITH alot of experience before anybody would even interview me.Some agencies told me out right they only take on Eastern Europeans aswell. So much for equal opportunities. Don't give up tho-GOOD LUCK!

Answer 8

1. You are young and have no experience
2. You are only going to work there a couple of months, then go back to school.

Two big reasons you aren't getting interviews. Theme parks usually recruit on campus for jobs way before the summer starts. Once school is out, they're staffed (my daughter did that for two summers).

Answer 9

Welcome to the real world. What I would recommend is to try the employment agency's and ask all your friends to let you know if they hear of any jobs going. The job centres are useless and only get most of their job vacancy's out of the local paper anyway. It is just a question of perseverance and trying not to get too downhearted at the setbacks. try and sell yourself to any prospective employer, hard working,willing etc. when filling in a CV. Best of luck to you as its not an easy ride.

Answer 10

Keep looking. I used to have trouble finding summer jobs and one time was ready to give up and a trucking company hired me. I made great money and loved the work.

U just have to be in the right place at the right time and show them that u r willing and able to do the work.

Good Luck!