Where can a 17-year-old find a job that pays enough to live on your own?
To a certain extent, you will have to make choices to live very
cheaply. This means sharing a home with others, taking the bus,
cooking your own meals and so on. If you have your GED or diploma,
that will help in the job search. Working as a warehouse person, in
a call center, or as a pizza delivery person may bring you enough.
You may also check into JobCore, which offers training and
internships for young people so they can learn a trade. One Stop
employment (a governmental agency) also may have information on
other learn as you earn programs.