Work Permits

Minors under the age of 18 are required to have a work permit prior to starting work. 

Step 1

Obtain a CA-6 (minors under the age of 16) or CA-7 (minors 16 to 17 years of age) work permit from the State of Michigan or at Roosevelt High School (summer hours are Monday through Thursday, 8am to Noon).

Step 2

Minor completes Section I of the work permit.

Step 3

Minor takes the work permit to the potential employer to complete Section II.

Step 4

Minor takes the work permit to Roosevelt High School for completion and approval (Section III).

More information on work permits can be found on the State of Michigan website.