Work permits are required for all minors under the age of 18 to work in the State of Maryland. Minors 14 through 17 years of age may only work with a work permit.The work permit must be in the employer's possession before the minor is permitted to work. Age: • A minor under the age of 14 may not be employed or permitted to work unless the child is a model, performer or entertainer with a special permit. Complete the online application at the Maryland Department of Labor's Employment of Minors (Work Permit) page. However, employers of minors under age 18 must obtain and keep on file proof of the minor's age. Generally, Maryland law prohibits children under the age of 14 from working. How do I fill this out? Minors over the age of 14 are allowed to work, but they are required to have a work permit and employers must observe strict rules regarding wages and hours. How to fill out the Maryland Minor Work Permit Instructions and Guidelines?