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If you find out you need working papers, you may be able to get these from your school guidance office. You can also get them through your state department of labor by visiting the office, searching their website, or calling or emailing the office.

While minors as young as age 14 are able to work in the state of Ohio, youth under the age of 18 are required to obtain a working permit, also known in Ohio as an age and schooling certificate, prior to doing so. The employer should not allow a minor to begin employment without their providing this document.

All teens under 18 years of age must complete a work permit application and get a work permit before starting a new job.With very limited exceptions, minors under the age of 14 may not work. All minors under the age of 18 must complete an employment permit application and get their permit before starting a new job.

Work permits are required for all minors under the age of 18 to work in the State of Maryland. Apply for a Work Permit online.

Minors 16 or older, however, do not need a work permit for summer employment, so long as the employer obtains a signed consent from the employee's parent or guardian. Employers must provide minors with a written wage agreement and cannot change their wages without at least 24 hours' notice.

To begin the process of seeking a minor work permit, the parent/guardian should contact the ISBE by emailing workpermit@isbe.net or calling (312) 814-2220 to request an appointment. The request should include a contact telephone number to assist a representative with scheduling and/or responding to inquiries.

In order to get a work permit and work legally, youth under 18 must be enrolled in school, or in a program where they can earn their GED. Many school districts have alternative programs where youth can work and earn their GED. Contact your school district for more information.