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Work Permits

If you are under 18 and need a NEW Work Permit OR if you are RENEWING your Work Permit, please read the directions below: 

To obtain a work permit: 

    1. Download, Print and Complete the B1-1 Request for Work Permit document. 
      • Students fill out the minor's information and school section.
      • A parent or guardian must read and sign their section.
      • The employer fills out and signs their section.
         
    2. When the application is complete, please bring it to your school office.
      • If you are a private school student, please call 650-558-2453 to make an appointment.

Please make sure the form is complete with all required signatures in order to avoid delays.  

You Have a Job Interview, Now What

Step 1: Prepare for Your Interview

  • Prepare your resume
  • Research the company and job
  • Prepare a list of questions to ask the interviewer
  • Practice interviewing using sample interview questions:
    • Why do you think you would be a good fit to work here?
    • Tell me about yourself.
    • Describe a time you showed leadership.
    • What are your strengths and weaknesses?

Step 2: Be Ready on Interview Day

  • Dress appropriately for the occasion and culture. When in doubt, professional attire is better than casual attire.
  • Bring your resume, a notepad and pen with you to the interview.
  • Arrive early.

Step 3: Nail the Interview

  • Create a positive first impression
  • Give a strong handshake
  • Warm smile and greeting
  • Good eye contact
  • Provide thorough answers and good examples
  • Ask questions and take notes to demonstrate interest
  • Create a positive lasting impression
  • At the end, give a strong handshake, warm smile and thank the interviewer for their time and the opportunity
  • Ask if you can follow up by email and obtain interviewer’s email address 

Step 4: Following Up After the Interview

  • Send a thank you email to the interviewer within 24 hours
  • Reflect: What did you learn and how can you improve
  • Every interview is an opportunity
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Summer Contacts for Work Permits

During Summer 2025, please contact the following staff members for help with obtaining a work permit:

Aragon High School

  • Dounia Kardosh, 650-558-2905
  • Rachel Leota, 650-558-2919

Bridge Academy

  • Samia Shoman, 650-558-2173

Burlingame High School

  • Lauren Rosaia, 650-558-2801
  • Armando Guiulfo, 650-558-2819

Capuchino High School

  • Sandra Rogge, 650-558-2701
  • Faye Baltazar, 650-558-2719

Hillsdale High School

  • Isabel Villalobos, 650-558-2619

Mills High School

  • Johnson Huynh, 650-558-2519

Peninsula High School

  • Jessica Beglitsoff, 650-558-2499

San Mateo High School

  • Jinning Gee, 650-558-2319
  • Janine Beard, 650-558-2301

Know Your Rights

Download the Know Your Rights Flyer, which include information on minimum wage, tips, sick leave, breaks and more, in the following languages:

Learn more from the UC Berkeley Labor Center.

Additional Resources

Resume Samples

Resume Templates

Resume Outline and Sample Content

How to Write a High School Resume (Video)

Checklist for your First Day on the Job