Generally no employment is authorized for minors under the age of 14, as interpreted under South Carolina Child Labor Statute 41-13-20. A minor aged 14 or 15 years old can work up to 40 hours a week during Spring, Winter, and Summer Break.Minors 16 and 17 years of age. However, employers of minors under age 18 must obtain and keep on file proof of the minor's age. In South Carolina, the law sets a clear boundary: generally, no employment is authorized for minors under the age of 14. Minors under the age of 16 are prohibited from working in a variety of other occupations such as manufacturing, warehousing and construction. Between June 1 and Labor day, Minors ages 14-15 may not work before 7am or after 9pm, and may work for 8 hours per day, but not more than 40 hours per week. Minors under the age of 16 are prohibited from working in a variety of other occupations such as manufacturing, warehousing and construction. The South Carolina Illegal Immigration Reform Act requires all employers to verify the legal status of new employees. Payment of Wages Act.