If you are aged 14-17 you will need an employment certificate, also called working papers, in order to hold a job in New York State. Working papers are also known as Employment Certification.All students between 14 - 17 years of age must get an employment certificate in order to work. Youth aged 14-17 need working papers in order to hold a job in New York State. Working Papers (Work Permit). All youth who would like to work for the summer must submit a work permit. Please list your past employment, beginning with the most recent. Include military service assignments, part-time, summer, and significant volunteer work. A summary of laws governing minors' hours of work and hazardous occupations can be found at the end of this application form. These people must fill out 2 timesheets instead of 1.