How to Get a Work Permit in California

Minors can work in California if they get a work permit.

Each state has specific laws and regulations when it comes to minors being employed. In the state of California, minors are required to obtain a work permit before they can be employed and start working. A minor is defined as a person in the California who is under the age of 18. Minors must get permission from their parents to obtain a work permit unless they've been emancipated. There is a relatively simple process for obtaining a work permit in California.

Instructions

1. Contact your school to obtain a work permit form. This form is issued by the California Department of Education and is called "Statement of Intent to Employ Minor and Request for Work Permit."

2. Complete the information on the form, including your name, contact information, and business where you plan to work.

3. Ask your parent or guardian to verify the information and sign the form.

4. Ask your employer to complete the appropriate section and to sign the form.

5. Return the form to your school to receive your work permit.

References

• California Department of Industrial Relations: Information on Minors and Employment