Biz Help For You

What to Know Before Hiring Minors or Interns

Candy Messer Episode 622

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Are you planning to hire summer help, interns, or younger workers for your business? Before you do, there are important labor laws and compliance rules you need to understand.

In this Quick Tip episode of Biz Help For You, I explain what you need to know before hiring minors or interns, including work permits, hour restrictions, minimum wage requirements, safety training, and the legal risks of unpaid internships.

Many employers assume temporary or younger workers come with fewer rules, but failing to follow labor laws can lead to penalties, back pay claims, and compliance issues that become very expensive.

In this episode, you will learn:
• Important labor law rules for hiring minors
• What makes an internship legally compliant
• Common mistakes that create payroll and HR risks

If you hire seasonal employees, student workers, or interns, this episode will help you protect your business while building a stronger team.

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