Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for minors

CLICK ON EACH QUESTION TO SHOW THE ANSWER. CLICK ON THE QUESTION AGAIN TO HIDE THE ANSWER. 1. What may an employee between the ages of 16 and 18 who has worked less than 90 days be paid? A minor employee must be paid at least $12.75 (85%) per hour during the first 90 days of employment based on the current minimum wage rate set at $15.00. This is applicable if it is the minor’s first job.   2. Is there a checklist for minors applying for a Statement of Age/Working Papers? Yes. Please see the "Checklist for Minors Applying for Statement of Age/Working Papers" page for more information.   3. What are the prohibited occupations and places of employment for all minors under the age of 18? Please see the https://www.cga.ct.gov/current/pub/chap_545.htm#sec_30-90a page for more information.   4. What are the permitted places of employment for 14 and 15 year-olds? Please see the "Permitted Occupations for 14 and 15 Year-Olds" page for more information.   5. What are the time and hour restrictions for 16 and 17 year-olds? Please see the "Time and Hour Restrictions for 16 and 17 Year-Old Minors" page for more information.