Unpaid Internship
/ˌʌnˈpeɪd ˈɪntɜrnʃɪp/
Definitions
- (n.) A work experience arrangement where the intern performs tasks without monetary compensation, often evaluated for compliance with labor laws regarding employment status.
The company faced scrutiny over whether its unpaid internships violated minimum wage laws.
Forms
- unpaid internships
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Commentary
Legally, the key issue with unpaid internships is whether the arrangement constitutes employment under labor statutes, impacting wage and hour regulations.
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