A 14 or 15 year old minor may NOT work: before 7 a.m. 14-15 year olds may work up to 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week, unless attending summer school.From June 1 - Labor Day may work between 7am and 9pm. You are entitled to the adult minimum wage rate if you work more than 650 hours in a calendar year. Work certificates are not required for 16 and 17yearolds. Work permits or employment certificates must be obtained from your local school for all minors 14 and 15 years of age before beginning work. As a prerequisite to employment, all children under 16 must have an "employment certificate," which is valid for up to one year. During normal school sessions, minors ages 14 and 15 may work a maximum of three hours per day, up to 18 hours per week. If you are over 16 the State of Illinois does not require a Work Permit but your employer may still request one. The Act applies to minors aged 15 and younger.