Need advice about getting a job...

[newbie]

Hey there!

I really want to get a job this summer, but the problem is...I will be applying for very competitive spots...at Starbucks and this luxury retirement home. The big problem is that I haven't had any previous experience job-wise...I've only volunteered. The applications want you to answer questions regarding your past jobs...and they want references, too.

Many people have told me that the managers will understand about my job-less past, since I'm only a teenager! However, I really want to work at these two places....how can I make my application stand out????!!!! (When I really don't have anything special to write on the application...) Just at my school alone tons of people are applying. Any advice? Thanks a bunch, I truly appreciate this!!!

This is so frustrating...I know that I have to start somewhere...but they always want someone who has had previous experience!!

[This message has been edited by newbie (edited May 03, 2001).]