How many hours per week can minors work during a school week?

During a school week, minors are typically limited to working a maximum of 20 hours per week. This restriction is in place to ensure that work does not interfere with their education. The focus of these regulations is to provide a balance that allows minors to gain work experience while still prioritizing their schooling.

The rules surrounding youth employment can vary by state, but generally, during school weeks, the maximum number of hours is set at 20 to allow for adequate time to study and attend classes. Options that suggest higher limits, such as 30, 35, or 40 hours, exceed the legal requirements for minors working during school weeks and do not align with the objective of protecting their educational commitments.