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Gov. Tony Evers declares April Welcome to the Workforce Month.
Every spring, Wisconsin teens begin looking for summer work, which for many is also their first job. We understand that entering the workforce can be stressful and confusing. To help Wisconsin teens understand their rights and responsibilities, we've developed a series of short informative videos covering some of the most common questions about worker rights and employer responsibilities.
Select a video from the list below to learn more about topics, including harassment in the workplace, disability discrimination, work permit requirements, and more.
Interested in other topics?
View our 60-Second Videos playlist on YouTube.
Welcome to the Workforce Webinar: Information for Teens, Parents and Employers
A virtual discussion featuring representatives from the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development Equal Rights Division and Youth Apprenticeship, the U.S. Department of Labor, and the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. Topics include: teens' impact on the workforce; what the Equal Rights Division does; what you need to know about Wisconsin and federal child labor laws; career clusters and pathways; and Youth and Registered Apprenticeships.
Do I need a work permit for my new job?
Listen to one of our students talk about if you need a work permit for a new job.
My parents paid my work permit fee, but my employer hasn't reimbursed me yet. What do I do?
Listen to one of our students talk about reimbursment for your work permit.
What should I do if I am harassed in the workplace?
Listen to one of our students talk about being harassed in the workplace.
Isn't Youth Apprenticeship just another part time job?
Listen to one of our students talk about Youth Apprenticeship.
How do I get a job working for the State of Wisconsin?
Listen to one of our students talk about how to get a job with the State of Wisconsin.
What should I do if my employer deducts money from my paycheck for loss, theft, or damage?
Listen to one of our students talk about deductions from your paycheck and your rights.
Why Would I Want to Work for the State of Wisconsin?
DWD Secretary designee, Amy Pechacek, talks about why state employment could be for you.
What are my rights if I have a disability that affects my ability to work?
Listen to one of our students talk about disability rights.
What is unemployment insurance?
Listen to one of our students talk about Unemployment Insurance.
What is Youth Apprenticeship?
Listen to one of our students talk about Youth Apprenticeship.
What future benefits can Youth Apprenticeship provide?
Listen to one of our students talk about Youth Apprenticeship.
Can an employer ask you to work before you clock in or after you clock out?
Listen to one of our students talk about your rights.
As a young worker in Wisconsin, what do I need to know about on-the-job safety?
Listen to one of our students talk about workplace safety.
What resources are available to high school students with disabilities, how do I sign up for them?
Listen to one of our students talk about disability resources.
What is withholding?
Listen to one of our students talk about withholding.
What interview questions can I ask an employer, and can an employer ask me?
Listen to one of our students talk about what questions can be asked during an interview.
What is sales tax?
Listen to one of our students talk about sales tax.
Why do I need to file income taxes? What are income taxes?
Listen to one of our students talk about income taxes.
Is it illegal to discriminate against someone based on their gender identity?
Listen to one of our students talk about gender discrimination.
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P.O. Box 7946
Madison, WI 53707
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