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Employers must understand whether they need to pay their interns and how much to pay them. Our Intern Wage Compliance Guide is a free resource to prevent misclassification risks and ensure compliance with the law. Employers can download our guide to learn about the guidelines and regulations involved in hiring interns. Misclassifying interns as unpaid can lead to lawsuits and penalties. According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers, 56.7% of graduating seniors in the US had completed at least one internship, with 48.3% being paid.