Get a Work Permit! It's the Law. To protect the safety of Illinois teenagers, and place a priority on their education, minors age 14 or 15 may work, but not without first obtaining an Employment Certificate from their local high school or school administration office 820 ILCS 205/9-12. Please contact Mrs. Cook at 618-222-7611 or jcook@bths201.org for more information.
Mrs. Cook in the School Counselor Office C109 will assist you in obtaining a workers permit, but you must bring her two items...
1. A Completed Application for a Work Permit (with necessary documents) [CLICK HERE]
2. A Completed Letter of Employment [CLICK HERE]