The NH Department of Labor monitors employers who hire youth under the age of 18 for compliance with NH Youth Employment Laws (RSA 276-A Youth Employment) . This department regulates the times, number of hours and the occupations in which minors can work. Youth workers also should be aware of these laws.

Injuries to minors, which occur while at work, are monitored to assure that the injury did not result from a minor working in an occupation, which is considered hazardous by law and prohibited.

Students, who are participating in school-sponsored programs, which is exposing the student to the work environment, are also being afforded certain protections. Such programs as School-To-work, Co-op Programs, Internships or Building Trades Programs are required to be registered and approved by the NH Department of Labor to assure a safe quality learning experience. The department also administers apprenticeship programs.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact the NH Department of Labor at (603) 271-3176 or via our online Contact Form.

Workplace Rules for Kids in School

Guide for Parent of Working Teens

NH School-to-Work

Youth Apprenticeship