Do I need a car in order to start working?
In most cases, yes! You need reliable transportation, and most of the time, for our sponsors' locations, that means having your own car. Many BDV sponsors are in rural or suburban areas where public transportation is not the norm.
Public transportation (bus, etc.), walking/biking, and ridesharing (Uber/Lyft) are not always reliable forms of transportation. Your sponsor may need you to work multiple shifts when other modes of transportation are not available or are unsafe.
See this article to learn more about the DMV. See this article to learn more about how to get a driver's license.
How can I buy a car?
Here are some great articles on how to buy a car:
Can I buy a car without a driver's license?
Yes, but it may be a little tricky. It will be easiest if you either get your license first, or buy it with cash. But if you can't do that, check out these options:
If you already have a car but would like to ship it to your new worksite, see this article.