Under the FLSA, the following age brackets are relevant: ► Under 14 - You cannot work in most non-farm jobs, as covered in question 5 ► Between 14 and 16 - You may work, but the number of hours and types of jobs you may do are regulated, as covered in question 7 ► Between 16 and 18 - The number of hours you may work is not limited, but you are still restricted from working in hazardous jobs, as covered in question 10 ► Over 18 - You are no longer protected by child labor laws Each state also has its own laws relating to employment, including the employment of minors. Here is a summary of each state's child labor laws, including which age groups are covered, for non-farm employment. Contact your state's labor standards office.