I learned that legal and safety concerns are often the biggest barrier for employers, especially with minors. The FLSA primary beneficiary test was useful—it gives a clear framework for determining when to pay interns.
I plan to share safety checklists and liability information with employers upfront to ease their concerns. I'll also review our current unpaid placements against the FLSA criteria and explore intermediary resources like Career Catalyst to handle payroll and liability for us.
