Information for youth ages 14-17 for working papers, safety and health on the job, and filling out job applications. Our website contains general information on the provisions of the laws governing the employment of minors in New York State.All minors between the ages of 1417 must provide "working papers" prior to their first day of work. An Employment Certificate (Working Paper) is required for all minors under 18 years of age who are employed. New York requires that employers obtain a work permit for minors. Wages. If you don't mind working with kids, camp counselor is a pretty easy and fun job. There's tons of different summer camps all over the island. In completing this form employees will be acknowledging in writing that their second job is subordinate to their employment with Nassau County. In cases against private employers and state and local government employers, age must be a but-for cause of the adverse employment action. If you are 16 or older, you may work up to 50 hours per week during the period between the last day of the school year and Labor Day.