The minimum age to work at Walmart is generally 16 years old for most entry- level and hourly positions. However, certain positions require applicants to be at least 18 years old, such as roles at Sam's Club or jobs that involve operating machinery or driving
. For example, in California, working in the tech department at Walmart requires being 18 or older with a valid driver's license
. Also, some positions like personal shoppers (online grocery pickup) can be held by 16- or 17-year-olds, depending on the store
. In summary:
- Minimum age to work at Walmart stores: 16 years old
- Minimum age for certain positions and at Sam's Club: 18 years old
- Some roles may have additional requirements like a driver's license or specific skills
Federal law prohibits hiring anyone under 16 due to restrictions related to selling alcohol and tobacco
