Employment
Getting a job as a teen can be a great way to learn responsibility and earn some money! Please remember that youth between the ages of 14-17 are required to obtain a work permit. Below are the steps for obtaining a work permit during the SCHOOL YEAR
Obtaining a Work Permit -FAQ
What is a work permit?
A work permit is a legal document required by the state that allows a person between the ages of 14 and 18 to hold a job. The purpose of a work permit is to protect the student from illegal working conditions and keep the student in school.
When do I need to get a work permit?
You must first receive a job offer from an employer.
Ask the employer to complete the Promise of Employment section.
If you are 14-15 years of age, ask the physician to complete the Certificate of Health.
How do I get a work permit?
Click the link below. If you would like a hard copy, stop by the Career Center (rm. 405)
How often do I need to get a work permit?
Each time you are hired for a new job, a new work permit is necessary. All work permits expire shortly after school starts in August, even if you have the same job.
Do I need a work permit for babysitting, yard work, or paper routes?
No
How often do I need to get a work permit?
Each time you are hired for a new job, a new work permit is necessary. All work permits expire 5 days after the first official day of school in August, even if you have the same job.
How many hours can I work?
16- and 17-Year-Old Students may work four hours on school days and eight hours on non-school days or days preceding a non-school day.
14- and 15-Year-Old Students When school is in session, 14- and 15- year-olds may work 3 hours per day, not to exceed 18 hours per week.
You may also work 8 hours per day when school is not in session, not to exceed 48 hours per week.
WORK PERMIT PROCESS
- You can download and print the work permit from the following link:
https://proudtobe.pusd.org/apps/pages/CTERegionalOccupationalProgram
Or, pick up a hardcopy in the Career Center located in Rm. 405
- Once the work permit application is completed and signed, scan the work permit application and forward via email to: [email protected]
OR drop-off with Mr. Calderon in rm. 204 (before school OR after school ONLY)
NOTE: There is a 24-48 hour turn around to process the work permit.
- You will receive an email asking you to sign your completed work permit via Kami signature. Return it via email or in person to Mr. Calderon
For any questions or support with the application process, please see Ms. Lina or Ms. Nadia in rm. 405 (before school, nutrition, lunch or after school)
Email:
[email protected] or [email protected]
