Working Papers

Getting a first job is an important and exciting step!

If you are under 18, you will need documents called Working Papers to start working. 

How to Get Working Papers Effective June 1, 2023

The NJ Department of Labor and Workforce Development announced on May 10, 2023, that working papers for minors will go digital on JUNE 1, 2023. Schools will no longer administer working papers applications.  Go to MyWorkingPapers.nj.gov to get started!