Applying to work for GameStop

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So I am thinking about applying to work at GameStop. For a couple of reasons 1 to actually be making some money. 2 25% discount on everything you buy. 3 it looks good on a resimay. I picked GameStop since I am literally on the Internet 17 hours a day. I think I can actually be one of the best employes. Also I think they would like mu flexible sceduale since I am homeschooled. The only thing I worry about is how will I do. I have never had a job before, I am 15 (yes they can actually hire a 15 year old). Should I tell people I have aspergers during my interview or should I skip over that part. Other then that I am a really hard worker when it is something I like and I am certain that job will be amazing for me. Just being around electronics is enough for me. The problem I see is well I am awful at being social. I know I can help costumors with video game questions easily but I am not sure. Do people engage chit chat during shopping. Anyway I am think about applying at the end of the month. What should I do

I say let them know you have it. Chances are you'll be able to help search for a specific game, give recommendations and whatnot with the utmost ability, but simply talking to the customers is probably your weak point. Let them know you probably won't be able to function without someone to at least take over the conversation for you in case of a meltdown.

Just try to get them to focus on your strengths and stay away from the weaknesses. I actually have 3 NT brothers, so my family is actually well-known at my local gamestop xD. If they end up being one of those stereotypical NTs who bases it on the Aspie fact and nothing more, chances are they probably don't deserve your vast knowlede anyway.

If you're mild like me you should be fine. I worked two jobs requiring customer interaction. I followed protocol and most people don't engage in laborious chit-chat.

I think I can use what I have almost always heard "hi welcome to GameStop do you need any help finding a game today" that just gets them to state what they need and poof no conversation. Though I am worried about meltdowns. I usually have them when I can't comprehend a situation (holding up a complex conversation with back and forth especially with more then 1 person). Also when there are large crowds. So I would not be able to work during premiere game days with tons of people in there. Do you really think someone would hire some one with autism and have the risk of there being a problem then just hireling a nyerotypical.

GameStop is a pretty structured customer service environment. That is, pretty much what you'll be saying is routine and scripted and most customers won't try to rope you into a lengthy conversation.

My personal advice is to not disclose you have Asperger's. It's unfortunately misunderstood by a lot of people and means you're less likely to get the job when there's a wide range of neurotypicals applying for the same positions. It sucks, but the way life appears to be in my experience.

What do I do regarding my learning disabilities? I only disclose it if there is some sort of government equity quota for people with disabilities. And even then, I only keep it to the understood, conventional ones.

Go for it. My only caution for you is to make sure they don't have you working too many hours. Sometimes with part-time retail positions they'll pile on more hours than is healthy for kids juggling their time with school. Maybe a couple 3 hour shifts a week?

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Are video games your special interest? If so, don't even worry about mentioning Asperger's; most teens are expected to be pretty naive with customers at first and you can be trained since the subject is one you enjoy talking about. Good luck!

I work as a cashier at a grocery store. If I can do this, you should have no problem with this job!

At my job, I mentioned Asperger's to two people: my trainer when I first started there six months ago, and my assistant manager. My trainer wasn't too understanding, but the manager was more cool about it. I guess what reaction and feedback you get when you disclose Asperger's at a job depends on who you tell, so if you decide to do so, hopefully there will be different people you can tell (provided you get the job).

Other than that, good luck with your endeavor, and if you get the job, have fun with it!

Really? I worked at Gamestop from age 22-24 and it was a pretty standard rule that you had to be 18 and over to work there.