Hi Sandy,
Welcome to the forum!
There are a few things to learn about getting shops. The short version of the answer is to apply for many companies. Start with the most discussed ones on the page for "Official list of companies" or the five recommended for new shoppers on the Mystery Shopper Magazine page. You can also look at jobslinger (the free version) or Prestomobile for more shops in your (or any) area.
The long version of the answer is to read in the New Shoppers Section of the forum. There are 11 'sticky' threads covering this and many other necessary topics for new shoppers.
Good luck!
Happily shopping Rhode Island and nearby Massachusetts and Connecticut