How Do You Get a Work Permit in California?
A Permit to Employ and Work is typically issued by an authorized person at the minor's school. During summer months or when school is not in session, the work permit is obtained from the superintendent of the school district in which the child lives.
What are the Requirements for a Work Permit in California?
Minors under the age of 18 must attend school in order to obtain a work permit. If a student graduates from high school before reaching the age of 18, they no longer need a work permit. If a student passes the California High School Proficiency Exam (CHSPE) or the G.E.D. before turning 18, they no longer need a work permit.
What GPA Do You Need For a Work Permit in California?
Minors applying for a work permit in California must have a GPA of 1.6 or higher. Children with a GPA under that will not be issued a work permit.
Do All Minors Need a Work Permit in California?
Except in rare circumstances listed in the Child Labor Law Booklet, all minors under 18 years of age employed in California must have a permit to work. Prior to permitting a minor to work, employers must possess a valid Permit to Employ and Work.
What is the Youngest Age a Person Can Get a Work Permit in California?
Work permits are only issued to minors between the ages of 12 and 18 years of age in California. Children under the age of 12 are probably being employed in the entertainment industry. In these cases, permission to work must be issued by the State Labor Commissioner through the Department of Industrial Relations, Division of Labor Standards Enforcement.
Wage and Hour Issues for Minors
Minors under the age of 18 must be paid at least the minimum wage and applicable overtime rates, and must be provided with all legally required meal and rest breaks. High school graduates or those with a GED must be paid commensurate with adults when they perform the same type of work. This includes wage rates that are above the minimum wage.
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