The short answer is yes, but there are a few things to keep in mind.
For one, most clients on UpWork are looking for freelancers who are at least 18 years old. This is because, in most cases, 18 is the legal age of adulthood in the freelancer’s country of residence.
There are however, a few clients who are willing to work with 17 year olds. To find these clients, simply filter your search by setting the minimum age to 17 in the “Advanced Search” options on UpWork.
Keep in mind that even if you do find a client who is willing to work with you, you may still have some difficulty getting the job due to your lack of experience. This is why it’s always a good idea to try and get some experience under your belt before applying for jobs on UpWork.
One way to do this is to offer your services for free or at a reduced rate on other platforms like Fiverr or PeoplePerHour. Once you have built up a good portfolio of work, you can then start applying for jobs on UpWork with confidence.
So, in conclusion, yes – a 17 year old can work on UpWork, but it may be difficult to find clients and get jobs due to your lack of experience. However, if you’re willing to put in the work, it is certainly possible to succeed on UpWork as a 17 year old freelancer.
