Hawaii SB357 regulates unpaid student internships to ensure they benefit students and do not exploit labor.

Hawaii SB357 amends the state's labor laws to establish criteria for unpaid student internships. The bill prohibits unpaid internships except for those that meet specific educational criteria, ensuring they benefit students and do not exploit labor. Internships must provide training similar to educational programs, be under close supervision, and not displace regular employees. Students must be informed they will not receive wages or benefits and are not considered employees. Advertisements must clearly state the educational purpose of the internship.

Hawaii SB357 regulates unpaid student internships to ensure they benefit students and do not exploit labor.

Hawaii SB357 amends the state's labor laws to establish criteria for unpaid student internships. The bill prohibits unpaid internships except for those that meet specific educational criteria, ensuring they benefit students and do not exploit labor. Internships must provide training similar to educational programs, be under close supervision, and not displace regular employees. Students must be informed they will not receive wages or benefits and are not considered employees. Advertisements must clearly state the educational purpose of the internship.