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:
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- 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.
- When the application is complete, please bring it to your school office.
- If you are a private school student, please call 650-558-2253 to make an appointment.
- Download, Print and Complete the B1-1 Request for Work Permit document.
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
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:
- English: Know Your Rights
- Spanish: Conoce Tus Derechos
- Korean: 귀하의 권리를 이해하십시오!
- Mandarin: 了解你的权利!
- Tagalog: Alamin Ang Iyong Mga Karapatan!
- Vietnamese: HIỂU BIẾT QUYỀN LỢI CỦA MÌNH!