Work Permits will no longer be issued through the Tomahawk School District.
Please visit https://dwd.wisconsin.gov/er/laborstandards/workpermit/ and follow the directions to obtain a work permit.
Information you will need:
- Create a DWD ID
- If you already have a DWD ID, you do not need to create a new ID.
- Enter Information about the minor applying for the work permit and their:
- Pay for minor's work permit, ($10.00). We accept:
- Credit or debit (not currently available on Apple devices)
- Checking or savings account
The only exceptions for obtaining a child labor permit are the following:
- Minors employed in agriculture
- Minors working in or around the home and not in connection with the employer's business
- Volunteer work for a non-profit organization and not as an employee
- Public entertainment or exhibition
- Street trades for fund raising for nonprofit organizations, private or public schools
- Apprentices under Chapter 106 of the Wis. Statutes
Maximum Hours of Work
for 14 & 15 year-old minors
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Labor Day
to May 31
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June 1 to
Labor Day
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Daily Hours |
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Non-School Days |
8 hours
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8 hours
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School Days |
3 hours
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3 hours
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Weekly Hours |
18 hours
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40 hours
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Permitted Time of Day |
7am-7pm
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7am-9pm
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Employers subject to both federal and state laws must comply with the more stringent section of the two laws.
State child labor laws prohibit work during times that minors are required to be in school, except for students participating in work experience and career exploration programs operated by the school.
Minors under 16 years of age are limited to the maximum hours and time of day restrictions even though they may work for more than one employer during the same day or week.
Minors under 18 years of age may not work more than 6 consecutive hours without having a 30-minute, duty free meal period.
Minors 16 & 17 years of age who are employed after 11:00 pm must have 8 hours of rest between the end of one shift and the start of the next shift.
Minimum wage for minors is $7.25 per hour. Employers may pay an "Opportunity Wage" of $5.90 per hour for the first 90 days of employment. On the 91st day, the wage must increase to $7.25 per hour.
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