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).