The following information is general in nature. There may be exceptions to each.
In order to inquire about a particular law or rule please contact the New Hampshire Department of Labor at (603) 271-3176 or 1-800-272-4353 or via our web site contact form.

1. Do all Businesses have to be pre-screened by the Department of Labor prior to a student being sent to the business location for no pay?

2. Do all programs such as internship, job shadow, or mentor program have to be approved by the Department of Labor?

3. What does the Department of Labor check for when prescreening a business?

4. How long is the approval good for a business?

5. What is the difference between a co-op form and an approval form for non paid work based activities?

6. Can a youth work at a hazardous occupation under either of these programs?

7. Who sends forms to the Department of Labor for co-ops or non paid work based activities?

8. How do I find out if a business has already been approved by the Department of Labor?

1. Do all businesses have to be pre-screened by the Department of Labor prior to a student being sent to the business location for no pay?

Yes. RSA 279:22-aa and New Hampshire Administrative Rules Chapter LAB 805.03 Application Evaluated .

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2. Do all programs such as internship, job shadow, or mentor program have to be approved by the Department of Labor?

No unless there is no pay or sub minimum. When a student is working for practical experience and not being paid that has to be approved by the Labor Commissioner. RSA 279:22-aa

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3. What does the Department of Labor check for when prescreening a business?

Items listed in New Hampshire Administrative Rules Chapter LAB 805.04 Approval or Rejection

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4. How long is the approval good for a business?

One year from time of approval.

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5. What is the difference between a co-op form and an approval form for non paid work based activities?

Students in a co-op are getting paid. In a non paid work based activity program they are not.

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6. Can a youth work at a hazardous occupation under either of these programs?

No, unless enrolled in a building trade, co-op program or apprenticeship under close supervision.

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7. Who sends forms to the Department of Labor for co-ops or non paid work based activities?

Schools, employers, sheltered workshop or post secondary student.

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8. How do I find out if a business has already been approved by the Department of Labor?

All approved businesses are posted on our web site.

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