First Jobs Should Mean Something...
For many young people, a first job is their first step into independence.
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At Honey Bee Gardens Farm, we believe that the first job should feel safe, encouraging, and meaningful.
This is a working farm where young people:
- Learn responsibility
- Build confidence
- Work as part of a team
- Interact with families and children
- Spend their summer outdoors
We are proud to offer youth employment opportunities for our local community.
Youth Employment Opportunities
We hire a small team of motivated teens each season to help support the farm during public hours, events, and programs.
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Typical roles may include:
- Helping guests during public hours
- Assisting with events & weekend activities
- Supporting the Farmstand
- Light outdoor farm tasks
- Helping younger children feel welcome & safe
- Keeping the farm clean & organized
No farm experience is required.
A positive attitude and willingness to learn are essential.
13 years old+
Illinois Youth Employment Requirements
We love giving young people the opportunity to learn, grow, and gain real work experience at Honey Bee Gardens Farm. Because many of our team members are students, we follow all Illinois youth employment laws.
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Ages 13–15
Teens in this age group are welcome to apply, but Illinois requires a worker’s permit (employment certificate) before they can begin working.
This permit is issued through your child’s school or local Regional Office of Education is a simple process that includes:
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- Parent/guardian approval
- School approval
- Employer information (we provide this once hired)
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Ages 16+
A worker’s permit is not required, but applicants must still meet our hiring and scheduling requirements.
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Minimum hiring age: 13 years old.
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If your child is excited to work outdoors, learn responsibility, and be part of a positive team environment, we would love to hear from them.
More Than Just a Paycheck
Working at the farm helps teens develop real-world skills that last far beyond one summer.
Team Members Learn
Communication & customer service
Time management & responsibility
Teamwork & leadership
Confidence speaking with adults
Work ethic & reliability
Many of our team members return year after year.
Our Farm is Focused on
Positive mentorship
Manageable responsibilities
Encouragement & growth
A supportive team culture
We work closely with parents throughout the hiring process.
Seasonal Employment
Late Spring through Early Fall
Weekends + Special Events
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Positions are limited each season.
Teen Job Applications Currently Paused
Thank you for the strong interest in teen jobs at Honey Bee Gardens Farm.
We’ve received a large number of applications and are currently reviewing them.
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The application form is temporarily paused while we process the candidates we’ve received.
Please check back here later in the season if additional opportunities open.