Work Opportunity Tax Credit
A federal credit for hiring individuals from target groups who face barriers to employment — veterans, people receiving government assistance, and more.
Explore WOTC →WOTC & NYS Youth Jobs Program
Optimizing Compliance & Tax Benefits for Your Workforce
MHOL Consulting helps New York employers claim the tax credits they've earned for hiring — federal and state — with full compliance and none of the paperwork.
- Up to $7,500 per NYS youth hire
- Federal + state credits
- Risk-free — pay only when certified
What we do
Two powerful credits, one seamless partner
We identify, document, and certify the hiring tax credits your business qualifies for — so you capture the full benefit without the administrative load.
NYS Youth Jobs Program
A New York State credit for hiring and retaining qualified employees ages 16–24 — worth up to $7,500 per full-time youth hire.
Explore NYS Youth →Risk-free pricing
Our model means you only pay when you receive certification of your tax credits.
Zero admin burden
A seamless process for employers, candidates, and new hires — we handle compliance and paperwork.
Tailored & always ahead
Innovative screening and filing that captures every credit your workforce qualifies for.
NYS Youth Jobs Program
Credit amounts for hiring youth
Credits scale with hours and retention. Here’s what an eligible hire can be worth over two years of employment.
Part-Time
20–34 hrs/wk (or 10–34 hrs/wk if enrolled in high school)
$3,750 maximum
- $375 per month, up to six months ($2,250 maximum)
- $750 if the youth is retained six months beyond the first six (one full year)
- $750 if the youth is retained for a second full year
Full-Time
35+ hours per week
$7,500 maximum
- $750 per month, up to six months ($4,500 maximum)
- $1,500 if the youth is retained six months beyond the first six (one full year)
- $1,500 if the youth is retained for a second full year
Eligibility
Your business must be certified by the State to participate in the NY Youth Jobs Program. Qualified employees are ages 16–24 and must start work between January 1 and December 31 of the program year, and receive an annual final certificate of tax credit from the New York State Department of Labor.
Work Opportunity Tax Credit
A federal credit for inclusive hiring
Any business can earn WOTC credits by hiring individuals who fit one of the program’s target groups. We screen, document, and certify — you keep the credit.
Eligible target groups
- Veterans
- Ex-felons
- Designated Community Residents (DCR)
- Vocational Rehabilitation referral
- SNAP (food stamp) recipients
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients
- Long-Term Family Assistance recipients
- Long-term unemployed
- Short-term TANF recipients
FAQ
Questions, answered
Still curious? An advisor is one call away.
What is the WOTC?
The Work Opportunity Tax Credit is a federal tax credit available to employers who hire individuals from specific target groups who have consistently faced significant barriers to employment.
What type of business is eligible for WOTC?
Any business can earn tax credits by hiring individuals who fit one of the program’s target groups, such as veterans, disabled persons, and people receiving government assistance.
Are WOTC credits worth my time and investment?
Yes. MHOL Consulting’s risk-free pricing ensures you only pay when you receive certification of your tax credits — so there’s no downside to screening your hires.
Why do I need MHOL Consulting?
We provide a seamless solution for employers, candidates, and new hires so you can ensure full compliance and easy tax-credit certification without additional administrative burden.
Can I combine WOTC with other credits?
Often, yes. Generally the wages used to calculate the WOTC can’t also be used for another wage-based credit, but you may be able to claim more than one credit for the same employee — such as the ERC, Empowerment Zone Employment Credit, or Paid Family and Medical Leave credit — provided the same wages aren’t counted twice.
Connect with an advisor
Let’s find your credits
Tell us a little about your business and hiring, and we’ll show you which credits you can claim — with zero obligation.
- Call 585-737-7160
- Email MHOLLIDAY@MHOLCONSULTING.COM