6. Cashier
Unemployment rate: 7%
Median pay: $20,180
How do I get a job fast? Just apply for the cashier position which ranks 6th on our list of easiest jobs to get hired on the spot. In a consumer society, they are pretty much needed. Gas stations and retail, grocery, and department stores are your potential employers, so choose where you wish to spend the most of your time. Even though you don’t have a clue about working with the cash register, don’t worry. A smile, positive attitude and willingness to learn will help you get the job. After a while, you’ll be doing it without much thought. Which means it can become rather boring.