Step Five: Getting Hired

When offered a job, know that you don’t have to accept it on the spot. Ask about pay, hours and work schedules. You can certainly ask for a day to think it over before accepting.

After accepting a job offer, be sure to ask all the important questions:

• When do I start? Figure out your start day and what time you need to arrive. Is there any training you’ll need to complete?
• Is there anything I need to bring on my first day? Often times you will need to bring ID, birth certificate, or other identification forms for payroll purposes. Make sure you know what you need.
• How does payroll work? Ask about this on your first day. Find out when and how often you get paid. Find out if there are any special policies for sick days or vacation days.

Congratulations on getting hired! What you learn in this First Job will be critical throughout your life and future career. For tips and tricks on how to make your First Job a successful one, read our Tips page and then check out our profiles section, which interviews numerous business and community leaders and profiles them on their First Job experience.