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Employment Information for Minors

Information on the employment of minors, which includes the working papers manual, employment FAQs, and minimum wage for minors.
Agency: Department of Labor
Minimum Wage Guide

Effective October 1, 2019, the minimum wage law in Connecticut is $11.00 per hour. There is a sub minimum wage in specific industries covered by wage orders or the Administrative regulations.
Agency: Department of Labor
Time and Hour Restrictions for 16- and 17-Year-Old Minors (by Industry)

Minors are classified as persons under 18 years old and enrolled in a secondary education school. Minors that fall under this category are subject to time and hour restrictions based on industry.
Agency: Department of Labor

Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA)

Find information on PUA eligibility, FAQs, and updates to the program, and more.

Job Seeker Resources

Find several resources available to support job-seekers and businesses get back to work quickly and safely.

CT Business Reopening and Recovery Center

The Business Reopening and Recovery Center for the State of Connecticut. This is your one-stop resource to help your business prepare, rebuild, and grow during the State’s emergency Coronavirus response.