Working Permit

What do I need to bring?

• Document 1: First is the Working Permit Application. You can download it and fill it out digitally, or print it out.  If a printer is unavailable, reach out to a counselor and they will send it home with your child.

  • Working Permit Application

  • Please fill out everything except for “Signature of Issuing Officer” and the fields on the top right.

  • Have it signed by your parent or guardian, in the box at the bottom left. This part is really important, because we won’t accept unsigned applications.

• Document 2: The second document is your Proof of Age (14 years old). The following can be used as proof of age:

  • Birth certificate (copies are acceptable)

  • State ID or driver’s license

  • Passport

  • Baptismal certificate

  • Student ID card that has a date of birth on it

  • Medical insurance card that has a date of birth on it

Location Sites:

Lincoln High School

Thursdays • August 26, 2025 – June 11, 2026

Hours: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

3201 Ryan Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19136

South Philadelphia High School

Wednesdays • August 26, 2025 – June 11, 2026Hours: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

 2101 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148

West Philadelphia High School

Tuesdays • August 26, 2025 – June 11, 2026

Hours: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

4901 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19139

Education Center
Saturdays • September 6, 2025 – June 27, 2026
Hours: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
440 N. Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19130

No Working Papers on the Following Saturdays (Holidays):

• October 11, 2025 – Indigenous Peoples’ Day

• November 29, 2025 – Thanksgiving Recess

• December 27, 2025 – Winter Recess

• January 3, 2026 – Winter Recess

• January 17, 2026 – MLK Day

• February 14, 2026 – President’s Day

• March 21, 2026 – Eid al-Fitr

• March 28, 2026 – Spring Recess

• April 4, 2026 – Good Friday / Spring Recess

• May 23, 2026 – Memorial Day

• June 20, 2026 – Juneteenth