CT SB00383

Amends Connecticut labor law to allow minors ages 16 and over to work in manufacturing or mechanical internships, in addition to existing apprenticeship and work-study exemptions from hazardous work restrictions.

Defines "internship" as supervised practical training for high school students or recent graduates with curriculum and workplace standards approved by the Department of Education and Labor Department.

Applies effective July 1, 2012.

Maintains existing exemptions for apprenticeships, graduates of secondary/vocational schools, cooperative work-study programs, and programs under section 10-20a.