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How old do you have to be to work at Dunkin'?

You can work at Dunkin' from age 15 at some locations, but most locations hire at 16. Most Dunkin' locations are independently owned franchises, and each owner sets their own minimum age. State law can raise the age — pick your state below.

From job postings · checked October 2026

Dunkin''s hiring age policy

Nearly all US Dunkin' shops are franchised, and each franchisee is its own employer that sets its own hiring age. Most crew postings ask for 16, at least one Minnesota franchisee hires at 15, and some stores only hire 18+.

Minimum age by job

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JobAgeNote
Crew member16+Most postings; 15 at some locations (e.g. Crystal, MN); some franchisees require 18

How much does Dunkin' pay teens?

$15 an hour — Crew, Bradenton FL posting 'starting at $15'; most postings list no pay; varies by state minimum wage

How to apply at Dunkin'

Search careers.dunkindonuts.com for a nearby shop or ask the shop manager; under-18s may need a work permit.

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Dunkin' hiring age by state

The youngest age Dunkin' could hire you at in each state: the company's minimum or the state's, whichever is higher. “✓ seen” means we found a real Dunkin' posting there accepting that age.

From 15From 16✓ Seen in a posting
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StateYoungest ageWork permitHours at 14–15 (school week)
Alabama15+Needed18 h
Alaska15+Needed18 h
Arizona15+No18 h
Arkansas15+No18 h
California15+Needed18 h
Colorado15+No18 h
Connecticut16+ state lawNeeded—
Delaware15+Needed18 h
District of Columbia15+Needed18 h
Florida15+No15 h
Georgia15+Needed18 h
Hawaii15+Needed18 h
Idaho15+No18 h
Illinois15+Needed18 h
Indiana15+No18 h
Iowa15+No18 h
Kansas15+No18 h
Kentucky15+No18 h
Louisiana15+Needed18 h
Maine15+Needed18 h
Maryland15+Needed18 h
Massachusetts15+Needed18 h
Michigan15+Needed18 h
Minnesota15+ ✓ seenNo18 h
Mississippi15+No18 h
Missouri15+Needed18 h
Montana15+No18 h
Nebraska15+Needed18 h
Nevada15+No18 h
New Hampshire15+Needed18 h
New Jersey15+Needed18 h
New Mexico15+Needed18 h
New York15+Needed18 h
North Carolina15+Needed18 h
North Dakota15+Needed18 h
Ohio15+Needed18 h
Oklahoma15+Needed18 h
Oregon15+No18 h
Pennsylvania15+Needed18 h
Rhode Island15+Needed18 h
South Carolina15+No18 h
South Dakota15+No18 h
Tennessee15+No18 h
Texas15+No18 h
Utah15+No18 h
Vermont15+No18 h
Virginia15+Needed18 h
Washington15+Needed16 h
West Virginia15+Needed18 h
Wisconsin15+Needed18 h
Wyoming15+No18 h

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Questions

How old do you have to be to work at Dunkin'?

You can work at Dunkin' from age 15 at some locations, but most locations hire at 16. Most Dunkin' locations are independently owned franchises, and each owner sets their own minimum age. State law can raise the age.

Does Dunkin' hire 14-year-olds?

We couldn't find a current Dunkin' posting that hires at 14. Each shop is owned by a franchisee who sets their own age, so a few might, but most ask for 16.

Can I work at Dunkin' at 15?

At some shops. One Dunkin' in Crystal, Minnesota listed a minimum age of 15. Most postings say 16, so check the listing for the shop near you.

What is the usual age to work at Dunkin'?

16. Most crew member postings say you must be at least 16. Some shops, like one in Bradenton, Florida, only hire 18 and older.

Are there limits for younger workers?

Yes. Federal law limits hours for 14- and 15-year-olds (for example, no more than 3 hours on a school day) and keeps them away from some equipment, like most cooking and baking. Your state may add more rules.

Other places that hire at 15

Sources

  1. Dunkin' Morning Crew Member - Crystal, MN — minAge 15: 'Minimum Age: 15 years old' (MN)
  2. Crew Member - Dunkin', Tampa, FL (2022-10) — 'Must be at least 16 years old' (FL)
  3. Crew Member - Dunkin', Lakewood Ranch/Bradenton, FL — 'Must Be Over 18 Years Of Age'; pay starting $15/hr
  4. Questions and Answers about Dunkin' Hiring Age - Indeed — User-generated, mostly 2019-20: answers range from 14 with a permit to 18; franchisees decide

Last checked October 10, 2026. See a different age at your Dunkin'? Tell us.