How old do you have to be to work at TJ Maxx?

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Justin Parker · Accepted Answer

You have to be at least 16 years old to work at TJ Maxx. This also depends on your state and specific location, as some stores (and specific positions) may require you to be at least 17 or 18 years old in order to apply. Some common positions at TJ Maxx that require an applicant to be 18 or older include:

Manager
Loss prevention associate
Assistant store manager

Manager
Loss prevention associate
Assistant store manager

Certain roles also might include qualifications that point to education and professional experience, making the minimum age higher for certain roles by default. In addition, state and local labor laws have a direct effect on the specific working age requirements for certain TJ Maxx positions.

There are certain positions at TJ Maxx that require you to be at least 18 years old no matter what state you reside in. These mostly include management roles and any positions where strict safety protocols apply. It should also be noted that certain states might have age restrictions for specific roles at TJ Maxx.

To find out the exact age you must be for a job at TJ Maxx, you can either go in person to your local establishment and inquire with the management there, reach out to the company's HR department, or visit the TJ Maxx career website. The website lists job openings, the requirements for each role, and in some cases, the age requirements for each role.