Summer Hiring Guide to Hire Minors, Interns

May 22, 2025 | From HRCalifornia Extra

by Mike McCluskey, Senior Technical Editor, CalChamber

It’s almost summer — it’s getting hotter, and the end of the school year is getting closer. Soon, many teenagers and younger adults will be on summer vacation, meaning employers may be looking to hire seasonal workers and/or interns.

Hiring teens as seasonal workers can benefit employers by helping your regular staff develop training and management skills as well as bring fresh perspectives, ideas and solutions to businesses. However, employers must follow important rules and regulations, including:

  • Completing the proper employment permits for minors;
  • Complying with general minor-specific wage-and-hour laws; and
  • Taking steps to protect their safety.
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