<p>I thought I'd ask this in the parents' forum to get more of an adult response.</p>
<p>Colleges, future employers, etc ask for previous work experience. 2 years ago I worked <2 weeks at a Quiznos before quitting due to an uncomfortable work environment and personal stresses (I shouldn't have taken the job to begin with, really).</p>
<p>Is not including this limited experience on X form illegal/bad? I don't want to get into trouble but it hardly counted as work, more of a blip. How should I handle this?</p>
<p>Well, if it's illegal or unethical, then this parent is guilty as well. Many years ago, I was fired after working for two weeks at another large fast-food provider. I never listed that particular employer on any job application. Luckily, that was not my first (nor my last) job, so prospective employers had other evidence that I was responsible and trustworthy enough to hold a job. If this was your first job, it might be a good idea to think through what, exactly, went wrong. </p>
<p>The only caveat would be if you are applying for work which requires a background check or security clearance, and which specifically calls for you to list any and all employers.</p>
<p>No, it is not illegal or unethical to omit that. Not in any way shape or form. Listing work experience is not like listing schools attended, where you are supposed to be complete.</p>
<p>I worked lots of seasonal jobs (Christmas, spring break, summers) that were temporary, just-for-quick-cash, filling in for people, situations. I had other jobs too. I did not list the little jobs, like the time I worked for a summer camp for two weeks as lifeguard, for someone who needed some help. Two weeks is really... not worth mentioning.</p>