Santa Susana High School
Work Permits
Work Permits issued during the 2025-2026 school year, including summer permits, will expire on August 28, 2026.
Employment Resources
Simi Valley Youth Employment Service (YES) provides services to help Simi Valley youth, ages 15-22, land their first job or develop their early career path.
Keep an eye out for various opportunities provided by our local YES.
- Youth Employment Services
- Why Volunteer?
- Local Volunteer Opportunities (PDF)
- Current Employers of SSHS Students
- Apprenticeships
Work Permit Requirements
You do not need a work permit to look for a job, however, in order to comply with California Labor Laws, all minors under age 18 (including minors employed by parents) must have a work permit before your first day of work.
In order to be eligible for a work permit, the student must:
- have and maintain a 2.0 or higher GPA
- have and maintain a 90% attendance rate
- have and maintain less than 6 periods of truancy
Records will be reviewed quarterly and work permits will be revoked for students who do not meet these requirements.
Important: Students must have a job offer before a work permit can be processed. The employer section of the application must be completed and signed by the employer.
Keep in Mind: Work permits must be renewed at the start of each school year or at the the time a student obtains a new job.
Outline of allowable work hours according to age:
| Ages 16-17: School in Session | Ages 16-17: Summer/Vacation |
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| Ages 14-15: School in Session | Ages 14-15: Summer/Vacation |
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Under 14 years of Age: Federal and State laws prohibit the issuance of work permits except in very limited circumstances. Contact the Department of Industrial Relations for more information.
Work Permits During the School Year
Contact: Mrs. Estrada, College & Career Counselor
How to Obtain a Work Permit
- Apply for a job and secure a job offer. A work permit cannot be issued until you have been offered a position by an employer.
- Once you have a job offer, pick up a Work Permit Application from the Counseling or Main Office, or print the form from the documents attached to this page.
- Complete the application and obtain all required signatures. The application must be completed by the student, parent/guardian, and employer.
- Return the completed application to Mrs. Estrada in the Counseling Office for processing.
If you are unsure whether you meet the eligibility requirements, please contact Mrs. Estrada before accepting employment. Eligibility is based on your most recent posted grades and attendance record (does not include progress grades).
Important Note: Incomplete applications will delay processing. Please ensure all sections are completed and all required signatures are included before submitting your form. Work permits are typically processed within two business days of receiving a complete application, and students may not begin working until they have received their official work permit.
Summer Work Permits
Contact: Ms. Negrete, Office Manager
The College & Career Center is closed during the summer, but you can still request a work permit through the main office: (805)
520-6800. You may also contact the other local high schools if our office is unavailable.
How to Obtain a Summer Work Permit
1. Print a Work Permit Application Form or pick up an application from the front office during business hours.
2. Complete all sections of the application. Signatures are required from the student, parent/guardian, and employer.
3. Write your student ID number and a cell phone number at the top of the application in case we need to contact you.
4. Submit the completed application to the front office during business hours.
Work permits are typically processed within two business days. Once your permit is ready, you will be contacted with instructions for pick up.
Summer Permit Eligibility
Grades and attendance are not considered when issuing a summer work permit.
However, all work permits issued during the school year or summer expire shortly after the start of the new school year. Students who wish to continue working after the permit expires must apply for a renewal. Eligibility for renewal is based on the student's grades and attendance from the previous semester.