As some of you go after that first real job or have a child going after a summer job, remember any work experience (no matter how small it seems to you) beats out no work experience most of the time.  Babysitting, mowing lawns or volunteer work all helps fill out a resume and job application.  It also helps out when coming up with non relatives as references for an employer to know you are going to be a reliable .  Do all you jobs to the best of your abilities and don't burn bridges early in your career and it will help you start you career out on a solid foundation.