Working Papers

 

Instructions for Obtaining a Working Permit

*Please note, anyone under the age of 18 who is employed or planning to become employed must obtain a working permit.

  • The Working Papers form can be obtained in the High School Student Services Office.

  • The Student must complete Section A of the form entitled “Personal Information”.  The section must be filled out completely.

  • The Employer must complete Section B of the form entitled “Employment Information” . Please insure that the employer completes the “Hours of Work” section. Included in this section, at the very bottom, is a line for Parent/Guardian signature. Please insure the parent or guardian signs on this line.

  • The Student’s physician must complete Section C entitled “Physician’s Certification”. If the student has had a physical by the School Physician for sports, etc., the School Nurse will complete this section.  If not, it must be completed by your personal physician.

  • Return with the papers to the Student Services Office to have the remaining sections completed and your papers officially stamped.  Students will then be given the white copy of the form to take back to the employer.

 

Please contact the Student Services Office at 296-3106, Extensions 2207 or 2217, if you have questions or require further information.  General information regarding working papers or New Jersey State Labor Laws can be accessed at www.nj.gov/labor.