HiringAgeHersheypark's hiring age policy
Hersheypark's official jobs page has a separate 'Age 14 Jobs' category (marked as filled in October 2026, with a waitlist form). Most park postings (foods, attractions, retail, Starbucks) say 16, and stock, receiving and event crew jobs say 18.
Job postings accepting 14-year-olds have been seen in Pennsylvania.
Minimum age by job
| Job | Age | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Age 14 positions (limited) | 14+ | listed as currently filled, Oct 2026; talent-community form for openings |
| Foods Team Member / Chick-fil-A Team Member | 16+ | |
| Attractions Operator | 16+ | |
| Retail Team Member | 16+ | |
| Starbucks Barista | 16+ | |
| Stockroom / Receiving & Stock | 18+ | |
| GIANT Center Event Operations Crew | 18+ |
How to apply at Hersheypark
Apply online from hersheypark.com/jobs (UKG job board). If Age 14 jobs are full, join the talent community form on that page. Pennsylvania requires a work permit for workers under 18.
- Free Hersheypark and ZooAmerica admission
- Free tickets for family and friends
- 30% off shopping at Hersheypark and ZooAmerica
- 15% off food at Hersheypark and 14+ restaurants
- Free parking
Teen work rules in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, you can start most non-farm jobs at 14. You need a work permit until you turn 18 (from School district issuing officer (usually the high school guidance office) in the district where the minor lives). At 14 and 15 you can work up to 3 h on a school day, 18 h in a school week, 40 h in a summer week. 16- and 17-year-olds also have hour limits. All Pennsylvania rules →
Questions
How old do you have to be to work at Hersheypark?
Hersheypark hires from age 14 for some jobs, but most jobs there start at 16. Pennsylvania law applies: workers under 18 need a work permit.
Does Hersheypark hire 14-year-olds?
Yes, for a limited number of positions. In October 2026 the official jobs page said Age 14 positions were filled and offered a form to be contacted when spots open.
Does Hersheypark hire 15-year-olds?
Hersheypark doesn't list separate 15-year-old jobs. A 15-year-old would look at the Age 14 positions, since most other postings say 16.
What jobs can a 16-year-old get at Hersheypark?
Postings for foods team member, Chick-fil-A team member, attractions (ride) operator, retail and Starbucks barista accept applicants who are 16 on the day they apply.
Do I need working papers for Hersheypark?
Pennsylvania requires a work permit for anyone under 18. Teens get it through their school district.
Other places that hire at 14
- 14+AMC TheatresMovies, parks & fun
- 14+McDonald'sMost locations 16+
- 14+Chick-fil-AMost locations 16+
- 14+PublixGrocery & convenience
- 14+Culver'sMost locations 16+
- 14+Dairy QueenMost locations 16+
- 14+Burger KingMost locations 16+
- 14+Hy-VeeMost locations 16+