HiringAgeSheetz's hiring age policy
Sheetz says on its jobs FAQ that you must be 16 or older to work there. All stores are company-owned, but some postings, such as some full-time store team member jobs, require 18.
Minimum age by job
| Job | Age | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Store Team Member (part-time) | 16+ | Stated in 2026 postings in OH, WV and NC |
| Store Team Member (some full-time postings) | 18+ | e.g. a full-time evening opening in Williamsport, MD (Sept 2026) |
How much does Sheetz pay teens?
$14–$16.5 an hour
How to apply at Sheetz
Apply online at jobs.sheetz.com. Under-18s may need a state work permit (for example in Pennsylvania).
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- Food and drink discounts
Sheetz hiring age by state
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| State | Youngest age | Work permit | Hours at 14–15 (school week) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 16+ | Needed | — |
| Alaska | 16+ | Needed | — |
| Arizona | 16+ | No | — |
| Arkansas | 16+ | No | — |
| California | 16+ | Needed | — |
| Colorado | 16+ | No | — |
| Connecticut | 16+ | Needed | — |
| Delaware | 16+ | Needed | — |
| District of Columbia | 16+ | Needed | — |
| Florida | 16+ | No | — |
| Georgia | 16+ | No | — |
| Hawaii | 16+ | Needed | — |
| Idaho | 16+ | No | — |
| Illinois | 16+ | No | — |
| Indiana | 16+ | No | — |
| Iowa | 16+ | No | — |
| Kansas | 16+ | No | — |
| Kentucky | 16+ | No | — |
| Louisiana | 16+ | Needed | — |
| Maine | 16+ | No | — |
| Maryland | 16+ | Needed | — |
| Massachusetts | 16+ | Needed | — |
| Michigan | 16+ | Needed | — |
| Minnesota | 16+ | No | — |
| Mississippi | 16+ | No | — |
| Missouri | 16+ | No | — |
| Montana | 16+ | No | — |
| Nebraska | 16+ | No | — |
| Nevada | 16+ | No | — |
| New Hampshire | 16+ | No | — |
| New Jersey | 16+ | Needed | — |
| New Mexico | 16+ | No | — |
| New York | 16+ | Needed | — |
| North Carolina | 16+ | Needed | — |
| North Dakota | 16+ | No | — |
| Ohio | 16+ | Needed | — |
| Oklahoma | 16+ | No | — |
| Oregon | 16+ | No | — |
| Pennsylvania | 16+ | Needed | — |
| Rhode Island | 16+ | Needed | — |
| South Carolina | 16+ | No | — |
| South Dakota | 16+ | No | — |
| Tennessee | 16+ | No | — |
| Texas | 16+ | No | — |
| Utah | 16+ | No | — |
| Vermont | 16+ | No | — |
| Virginia | 16+ | No | — |
| Washington | 16+ | Needed | — |
| West Virginia | 16+ | No | — |
| Wisconsin | 16+ | No | — |
| Wyoming | 16+ | No | — |
Questions
How old do you have to be to work at Sheetz?
You have to be at least 16 to work at Sheetz. State law can raise the age.
Can a 16-year-old work any job at Sheetz?
Not every job. Most part-time Store Team Member postings say 16+, but some full-time postings and all supervisor and management jobs ask for 18+. Read the age line on the specific posting before you apply.
How much does Sheetz pay teens?
Store Team Member postings in fall 2026 started at about $14–$16.50 an hour depending on the state, with extra pay for overnight shifts. Your exact rate depends on the store and your state's minimum wage.
Do I need a work permit to work at Sheetz?
That depends on your state, not on Sheetz. Some states where Sheetz operates, like Pennsylvania, require work papers for workers under 18. Check your state's rules before your first shift.
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