Do UW Departments need a minor work permit?
No. The UW has a work permit exemption as a Washington State institution and public employer. What forms or files are required? You will need to prepare a job description and work schedule, obtain proof of age, and complete a Parent/School Authorization Form available on the above Web site or by calling 543-2076. All these materials should be kept in your departmental personnel files. What hours can minors work? 14-15 year olds are limited to three hours of work on school days, and eight hours on other days; 16 hours a week during the school year and 40 hours a week when school is out of session. 16 and 17 year olds can work four hours on most school days, and eight hours Friday through Sunday, 20 hours a week, and up to 48 hours a week when school is out. Older minors also can apply for a special variance allowing them to work up to 28 hours a week during the school year. What are the rest break requirements? Minors must have a 30 minute meal break for every four hours of work, and a
