WORK PERMITS
Minors (students under the age of 18) employed in the state of California must have a Permit to Employ and Work, commonly referred to as a “work permit." Work permits are typically issued by the school where the student is enrolled. A work permit must be filled out for every new school year. Students must be hired before needing to fill out a work permit.
Steps to obtain a work permit during the school year:
1) Get a job.
2) Get a work permit application (download the application using the attachment below OR get a paper copy from the front office).
2) Get the application signed by yourself, a parent, and your employer.
3) Contact Mrs. Isaac [email protected] to submit your work permit application.
4) Mrs. Isaac will contact you when the permit has been approved and processed.
Work Permit FAQs
1) I don't have a printer at home. How can I get a copy of the permit application?
There are paper copies of the work permit application in the front office.
2) Do I need a work permit before I get a job?
No. The work permit application is turned in after you get a job. It needs to be signed by you, your parent, AND your employer.
3) Do work permits expire?
Work permits are issued during the school year. For this new school year, it will be valid starting August 16, 2023 and will expire on August 31, 2024. You will need to renew for each following year.
4) How do I renew my permit?
You will need to renew for each following year so fill out the work permit application and return it to Mrs. Isaac so she can print out a current permit for you.
5) If I get a new job do I need a new permit?
The permit is a contract between the employer and the school. So yes, if you get a new employer, you need a new permit.
6) Do I need a work permit if I'm 18?
No, a work permit is only required for minors.
7) Do you have a list of jobs available?
No, the College & Career Center does not keep a listing of jobs. However, when we are notified about potential jobs, we will share that on Instagram so follow us @jgh_collegecareer.
8) How do I get a work permit if school is not in session? (ex. Winter Break or Summer Break).
The above information applies, however, instead of contacting Mrs. Isaac, you will need to bring your signed work permit application to Student Services (Rm. 13) at the district office (beside Inspiration Park).