Welcome to Work Permits

California Labor Laws require that students under age 18 obtain a Work Permit prior to beginning any job.  The few exceptions to this regulation are listed below. 

To get a work permit, a student must provide:

• Completed Application with parent/guardian’s signature at the bottom, and employer signature in the employer section completed
• Social Security Card (photocopy acceptable), OR verification letter from Social Security Administration Office
• Proof of age, such as a birth certificate, passport, OR California ID or Driver License
• Proof of School Attendance such as current report card, current school identification OR dated and signed verification letter with current grades on official school stationery from the school administrator.

The following students do NOT need work permits:

• Those who have graduated from high school, regardless of age
• Those who have passed the California High School Proficiency Examination
• Those who are 18 years of age or older

Work Permit Application (pdf)
Instructions for Work Permit Application (doc)

Hours of operation:
Monday through Friday
8:00 A.M. -- 5:00 P.M.