A part-time job will give you independence and, more importantly, extra money that you can use for anything you want. It will allow you to make new friends and gain experience at a young age that you can use in the future. Maybe the need is more than making money, getting a part-time job will give you a sense of success when compared to all the other kids your age who don't have a job. For whatever reason, you may need some tips because getting a part-time job is a real struggle, especially for young people. I'll be very clear and explain exactly how I managed to get a part-time job. For starters, it all depends on your resume. Your resume can at least land you an interview, which an employer will look at, knowing nothing else about you except what is written on the resume. If you don't have a lot of experience, make your resume skills-based and fit it to one page. A resume longer than one page is like an entire book in the eyes of a manager or supervisor. Write a clear objective for what you are applying for and why you are the best candidate for the position...