At 19 it's not terribly abnormal to not have had a formal job. And don't discount your helping out at your dad's shop - that IS fact work experience. It sounds like the real issue is your dad doesn't want you to work until he's ready, but you can look into internship opportunities through your school that will give you work experience and help you build your professional network. Then use your experience from that to help you land a job.
Is it normal that I'm 19 and never had a proper job in my entire life?
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At 19 it's not terribly abnormal to not have had a formal job. And don't discount your helping out at your dad's shop - that IS fact work experience. It sounds like the real issue is your dad doesn't want you to work until he's ready, but you can look into internship opportunities through your school that will give you work experience and help you build your professional network. Then use your experience from that to help you land a job.