16 and 17 year-olds may not work more than 48 hours a week. The Division of Labor Standards enforces the statutes that govern the maximum and prohibited hours of work as well as the type of work permitted for minors.All minors between the ages of 1417 must provide "working papers" prior to their first day of work. NiGHT RESTRICTIONS FOR MINORS AGE 16-17. Minors 16 and 17 years old may not work between midnight and 6 a.m. 16-17 year olds may now work a maximum of 28 hours per week during school and only between the hours of 6 a.m. Children between the ages of 14 - 17 are allowed to work without court approval and without a work permit. Any retail occupation. Apply to Crew Member, Team Member, Customer Service Representative and more! Perhaps surprisingly, Nevada law places few statutory limitations on employment of minors sixteen years of age or older.