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Question: What are the laws concerning jobs for 13-year olds?

Answer: The Fair Labor Standards Act states that the minimum age for employment is 14 years old. A 14-year old that is a full-time student would be allowed to work in a retail establishment as long as the employer has obtained certifications from the Department of Labor. A business could be fined $10,000 for hiring someone under the age of 14. The age requirements for agricultural employment are slightly different.


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On 10/27/04
Nakia from MD said:
My parents want me to get a job so that they don't have to pay for everything. And i also need money for things that I want to do, but i cant do that. Somebody change tha law.
On 10/26/04
lindz from NJ said:
exactly! im 13 years old and im mature and very responsible. every time i ask for money to buy stuff my mom says no but when i ask to get a job to pay for it she always says "your only 13, there are no jobs for 13 year olds" .. im sure there is something! my mom said if i find a place i could work shell let me but i cant find any! Please give me ideas where to find a job.
On 10/26/04
self employed from IA said:
At 13 got a summer job cleaning for older people and up babysit them,read,played card,talked,help them do my grandma help me get jobs,post in paper,"Sit for your Grandparent"$2.20hour.cash/notax. My brother job-he mowing lawns for 10.00smallyard and 20.00largeyard,in neiborhood.
On 10/24/04
valerie from AL said:
I'm 13 years old and I think there should be jobs out there for poeple my age.  It's an experience we can use in the future and it can be fun especially making the money.
On 10/22/04
John from MA said:
It's no use whining about it. Even at 14 there's no chance of getting employed anywhere due to child labor laws. Same with 15. You're not going to get a decent job anywhere until you're 16, that's the grim truth. Stick to baby sitting, it's better than nothing.
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