Work Permits
Summer District Office Schedule (June 8 – August 6)
Summer processing will be done by appointment only. Each appointment is 15 minutes in length. Students must email [email protected] to request an appointment, and they will receive an auto-reply with specific instructions.
Monday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Tuesday: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Steps to Obtaining a Summer Work Permit (June 8 – August 6):
Step 1: Secure Employment
Students need to secure a job before obtaining a work permit.
Step 2: Download the Work Permit Application
Click on the following link to download:
Step 3: Complete All Sections:
- Students: Fill out the “Minor's Information” and “School Information” sections.
- Employers: Complete and sign the “For Employer to Complete” section.
- Parents/Guardians: Sign the form to provide consent.
Step 4: Request an Appointment
Email [email protected] to request an appointment slot. You will receive an auto-reply with further instructions.
Appointment Location & Arrival: William S. Hart Union High School District Office 21380 Centre Pointe Parkway Santa Clarita, CA 91350
When you arrive, let the receptionist know you are there for a work permit and be sure to bring a valid ID.
Other Notes
- Contact the Registrar at your school regarding Applications for Permission to Work in the Entertainment Industry.
- If you are a home school student, please contact the local public school that you would be attending if you were enrolled in the Hart District. To receive a work permit from this school, you will need to provide an official transcript with verification of attendance and a government issued ID or legal verification of age - birth certificate or passport. If you have any questions, please reach out to Nancy Bailey: [email protected]
Answers to Frequently Asked Questions (for more see http://www.cde.ca.gov/ci/ct/we/wpfaq.asp)
Click to View the Work Permit Issuers While School is in Session
Know Your Rights Flyer
Where to get help & report a problem
- UC Berkeley Labor Center This agency is named in AB 800 legislation to support student worker rights
- U.S. Department of Labor – YouthRules covers federal labor laws for teens, including hours, wages, and job restrictions
- U.S. Department of Industrial Relations explains California work permits, hours, and job limits for students
- Civil Rights Department of the State of California has information on California's civil rights including employment discrimination