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Youth who are 16 and 17 years old and enrolled in a work experience or cooperative vocational program approved by the California Department of Education may work until a.m. on any day and may work more than 8 hours on a school day.

The application process for obtaining a U.S. work permit (also called an employment authorization document or EAD) is fairly straightforward. You need to fill out a one-page form, attach the fee, photos, and documents proving you're eligible, and submit it to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

Typically, after an employer agrees to hire a minor, the minor obtains from his or her school a Department of Education form entitled "Statement of Intent to Employ Minor and Request for Work Permit". The form must be completed by the minor and the employer and signed by the minor's parent or guardian and the employer.

Generally no employment is authorized for minors under the age of 14, as interpreted under South Carolina Child Labor Statute 41-13-20. Employment of any minor under age 14 is defined as oppressive child labor.

Acquiring a Louisiana Employment Certificate: In Louisiana, minors can obtain an Employment Certificate through their school, generally by contacting a guidance counselor or school administrator. An Employment Certificate will be issued if the minor meets all of the state's criteria for employment.

Application to Employ Minors Form (PDF) (Required) Give the form to your prospective employer to complete. After it's filled out, have a parent or legal guardian sign it. Take the completed form along with proof of age to your school or school board office to apply for an employment certificate.

A: Work permits take an average of 5 business days to process. Q: If a student has more than one job, is one work permit enough to cover all positions held? A: No, a separate Work Permit must be issued for each employer. The total number of hours worked for all employers must not exceed the number allowed by law.