Why: I needed to help my
mom (who works two full-time jobs) pay for my college. Being a Nordstrom Sales Associate was a very
well-paying job for my age.
Description:
"By using their expertise and sense of style, sales associates provide excellent customer service
skills to hundreds of shoppers every day. Sales associates must possess great communication and
negotiating skills. The abilities to follow directions and make sound decisions also represent
major requirements for employment consideration. Schedule flexibility, physical abilities, and
willingness to work extended hours as needed also aids applicants in beginning retail careers as
sales associates."