Working Papers

Work Experience Coordinators' Association of New York State
Chartered by NYS in 1962

An employment certificate or permit is required for minors under 18 before they may begin work. High school graduates, minors who work for their parents, and minors who do industrial homework are included in this group.

What Types Of Working Papers Are Available?
How Do I Obtain Working Papers?
Special Requirements If You Are:
               12 or 13
               14 or 15
               16 or 17
What You Need to Know About Labor Law and Youth

Additional information can be obtained by contacting the NYS Department of Labor, Division of Labor Standards office in your area.

EMPLOYMENT CERTIFICATES POWER POINTS:

NYS Minimum Wage
1/1/07
$7.15

US Federal Minimum Wage
7/24/08 $6.55
7/24/09 $7.25

Work-Based Learning Certification Courses