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Speak Up! - View Question #185 |
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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