Student Work Permits
WHO NEEDS A WORK PERMIT (INCLUDING SUMMER JOBS)
- Students under the age of 18 are required to have a work permit prior to starting work.
- Students under the age of 18 cannot be employed or permitted to work, with or without pay, or volunteer until the person or business proposing to employ the minor obtains and keeps on file at the minor's (work location) a current and valid age appropriate work permit.
The student should visit YEPP to apply for the required youth permit before beginning work.
HOW TO OBTAIN A WORK PERMIT
- The student registers in YEPP and provides requires information, including school schedule.
- The Employer registers and provides job information such as duties, equipment, hours, working conditions, and pay.
- The Parent/Guardian provides consent when an application includes a request for a work-hour variance.
- The State of Michigan processes and issues the youth employment permit through YEPP