In NYS, anyone under 18 (minors) must show an employment certificate before they may begin work. Many people call this “working papers." All young people, in and out of school, must apply at a local public high school office.

Electronic Application Process:

1. Complete only Part one of this application: Fillable Application and download pdf version.

2. Submit application and a copy of required supporting documents to: counseling@metropolitanels.com

3. One of the counseling providers will reach out and provide you with your employment certificate (working papers).

Paper Application Process:

1. Complete only Part one of this application: Fillable Application Paper applications can be found in the Green Office after school.

2. Once you have gathered all of the supporting documents, schedule an appointment with any counselor by emailing counseling@metropolitanels.com or using the drop box outside of the Green Office.

3. One of the counseling providers will reach out and provide you with your employment certificate (working papers).

Community Service

In the second semester of senior year, students who are on track to graduate will have the opportunity to use 7th period as a time to fulfill community service hours.

Students enrolled in Community Service will be expected to complete 50 documented hours of unpaid volunteer work. Volunteer hours that are completed from the summer between Junior and Senior Year can be counted toward the 50-hour requirement.

Additionally, students who document 100 hours of service throughout their high school career (9-12) will receive a NYC Service Seal of Recognition on their diploma and a white cord signifying their community service to wear at graduation. The 50 hours of Service Learning may contribute toward the cumulative 100 hours, but please note that service hours for National Honors Society cannot be used toward senior year service hours and must be documented separately.

Here is a document you can use to keep track of your hours