HiringAgeDollar Tree's hiring age policy
Dollar Tree's store postings say that 'in accordance with local laws' in 29 listed states (including TX, FL, GA, IL, TN, VA), 'minors are also eligible to be considered for employment in certain roles.' In other states (e.g. CA, NY, MD, PA, OH, MI, NJ), store jobs are effectively 18+. The postings don't state an exact youngest age.
Minimum age by job
| Job | Age | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Sales / Customer Service Associate | ? | Minors considered in AZ, AR, CO, FL, GA, ID, IL, IA, KS, ME, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NM, ND, OK, OR, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WV, WI, WY; youngest age not stated |
| Assistant Manager / Store Manager | ? | Not stated in postings checked |
How much does Dollar Tree pay teens?
$15–$15.5 an hour
How to apply at Dollar Tree
Search and apply online (applications go through Dollar Tree's Workday site). Under-18s may need a state work permit.
- Educational assistance (per postings)
- Employee Assistance Program
Dollar Tree hiring age by state
Show the table for all states
| State | Youngest age | Work permit | Hours at 14–15 (school week) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 18+ | — | — |
| Alaska | 18+ | — | — |
| Arizona | 18+ | — | — |
| Arkansas | 18+ | — | — |
| California | 18+ | — | — |
| Colorado | 18+ | — | — |
| Connecticut | 18+ | — | — |
| Delaware | 18+ | — | — |
| District of Columbia | 18+ | — | — |
| Florida | 18+ | — | — |
| Georgia | 18+ | — | — |
| Hawaii | 18+ | — | — |
| Idaho | 18+ | — | — |
| Illinois | 18+ | — | — |
| Indiana | 18+ | — | — |
| Iowa | 18+ | — | — |
| Kansas | 18+ | — | — |
| Kentucky | 18+ | — | — |
| Louisiana | 18+ | — | — |
| Maine | 18+ | — | — |
| Maryland | 18+ | — | — |
| Massachusetts | 18+ | — | — |
| Michigan | 18+ | — | — |
| Minnesota | 18+ | — | — |
| Mississippi | 18+ | — | — |
| Missouri | 18+ | — | — |
| Montana | 18+ | — | — |
| Nebraska | 18+ | — | — |
| Nevada | 18+ | — | — |
| New Hampshire | 18+ | — | — |
| New Jersey | 18+ | — | — |
| New Mexico | 18+ | — | — |
| New York | 18+ | — | — |
| North Carolina | 18+ | — | — |
| North Dakota | 18+ | — | — |
| Ohio | 18+ | — | — |
| Oklahoma | 18+ | — | — |
| Oregon | 18+ | — | — |
| Pennsylvania | 18+ | — | — |
| Rhode Island | 18+ | — | — |
| South Carolina | 18+ | — | — |
| South Dakota | 18+ | — | — |
| Tennessee | 18+ | — | — |
| Texas | 18+ | — | — |
| Utah | 18+ | — | — |
| Vermont | 18+ | — | — |
| Virginia | 18+ | — | — |
| Washington | 18+ | — | — |
| West Virginia | 18+ | — | — |
| Wisconsin | 18+ | — | — |
| Wyoming | 18+ | — | — |
Questions
How old do you have to be to work at Dollar Tree?
You have to be at least 18 to work at Dollar Tree. State law can raise the age.
Does Dollar Tree hire 16-year-olds?
In the 29 states listed in its postings, a 16- or 17-year-old can be considered for some store roles. In states that aren't on the list, such as California, New York, Pennsylvania and Ohio, the postings don't open store jobs to minors.
Does Dollar Tree hire 14- or 15-year-olds?
We found no Dollar Tree posting that says it hires at 14 or 15. 'Minors' in its postings could mean 16–17 only, so don't count on it.
What does a Dollar Tree sales associate do?
Run the register, help customers, stock shelves, unload trucks, and clean the store, including restrooms and floors. Postings say you must be able to lift 30–50 lbs.
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