Work permits are offered in-person and virtually. The quickest way to obtain the work permit is to complete the process in-person in the Main Office.
In-Person Work Permit Procedures
- Complete the application ahead of time or come to the Main Office to complete the form. The student must be present with the parent/guardian when applying for a work permit. Work Permits will not be issued if the student is not present to sign the Work Permit in the presence of the issuing officer.
- A proof of age document is required. Please present one of the following to the issuing officer: Birth Certificate, Baptismal Certificate showing the date of birth, Passport, or Driver’s License or Permit.
- Once all information is verified with the issuing officer, the student signs the work permit.
- The work permit is available immediately. The student shows the permit to the employer who makes a copy for their records. The student retains the original copy.
Virtual Work Permit Procedures
- The student will download the work permit application. Students unable to access the electronic application should call (610) 965-1650 or email EHSworkingpaper@eastpennsd.org to request that a paper application be mailed to them.
- The student’s parent or legal guardian signs the application.
- The student submits digital copies of the application along with one proof of age document (Birth Certificate, Baptismal Certificate showing the date of birth, Passport, Driver’s License or Permit) to EHSworkingpaper@eastpennsd.org.
- Upon receipt of the application and documentation, the issuing officer at EHS will schedule a virtual appointment with the student. The purpose of the appointment is to enable the applicant to “appear before” the issuing officer in accordance with the Child Labor Act. It also enables the issuing officer to verify the information provided on the application and the proof of age document.
- The school district issuing officer ensures that all the documents required by law have been examined, approved and filed, and all conditions and requirements for issuing a permit have been fulfilled.
- The issuing officer will mail to the student a wallet-sized, paper work permit bearing a number, the date of issuance, and signature of the issuing officer.
- The student signs the work permit when received and shows it to the employer who makes a copy for their records. The student retains the original work permit.