16 and 17 year-olds may not work more than 48 hours a week. Information for youth ages 14-17 for working papers, safety and health on the job, and filling out job applications.All minors between the ages of 1417 must provide "working papers" prior to their first day of work. New York requires that employers obtain a work permit for minors. Wages. NiGHT RESTRICTIONS FOR MINORS AGE 16-17. Minors 16 and 17 years old may not work between midnight and 6 a.m. If you are 16 to 17 years old and are not in school or are leaving school for full time employment, you will need these working papers. To provide a uniform and transparent system of personnel administration throughout the County organization. Effective July 1, 2015, with the exception of minors in entertainment, work permits are no longer required for youth age 16 and older. A prior year utility bill or Fulton County Voter's Registration Card.