Summer job with no experience?

CrassCooki

I’m really interested in getting a job after the leaving cert and before I start college. Due to the nature of my grants I can only work up to 10 hours a week, would employers even consider me?

I’m also wondering if I should make and hand around a CV and what my CV would even consist of considering I’ve never had any work experience. Any advice is appreciated

OMM 0000

You should visit all the businesses in your area and explain your situation.

No one will expect you to have a proper CV, but you should make a little one pager. It could be something like this:

> Your address
> Date

> Dear Sir/Madam

> My name is [Your Name]. I recently finished my Leaving Certificate, and will start my first year at college this autumn. I am looking for a summer job, between the dates of June[whatever] and August[whatever]. I will be available full-time during those months, and part-time afterwards (up to 10 hours per week).

> I do not have any previous experience, however I am reliable and willing to work hard. I would appreciate it if you could consider me for any role in your company.

> You can reach me at [Your phone] any time.

> Thank you for considering my application.

> Yours truly

> [Your name]

Hopefully you get the idea.

I can see from your post history that you're in Dublin. Would any of these jobs be useful? https://dublinjobs.ie/index.php?agencies=0&parttime=1&sort=1&page=1

ballyargus

I would add that you should ask to hand it over to the manager. Just leaving a note is usually a waste of paper. A handshake and an eyeball go a long way

OMM 0000

ballyargus wrote: »

I would add that you should ask to hand it over to the manager. Just leaving a note is usually a waste of paper. A handshake and an eyeball go a long way

I agree, this is very important. You need to give it to the manager or owner.

CeilingFly

I would look at something seasonal for the summer - far easier to get temporary seasonal work than a regular part time job. Remember many of those students doing part-time work in winter are now available full-time, so seasonal work is really the only option.

It could be working at local racecourse on racedays, hotels, working at festivals etc.

There are some employment agencies that manage a lot of this stuff - you sign to them and they put you in various roles in various locations.

Prominent_Dawg

Get work experience in a local business that you have an interest in, It’s kinda sickening the thought of working for nothing, but experience is v important, if you do well the employer might even take you on.

GalwayGrrrrrl

I don’t understand where the 10 hours a week limit is coming from. If it’s to do with a third level grant surely that limit starts from September and you can work full time over the summer. Forgive my ignorance if I’m missing something!

the_syco

If you're a good looking lass; try being a waitress in the local cafes.

If you haven't worked before, you'll probably get less than the min wage. This can work in your favour.