Can I get partial EDD benefits working part-time after losing seasonal full-time job?

Yes, you can definitely apply for UI benefits if you lose your full-time job but continue working part-time. This is called partial unemployment. EDD will calculate your weekly benefit amount based on your highest-earning quarter during your base period (typically the 12 months before you file). Then they'll reduce your weekly payment based on what you earn at your part-time job. You'll need to report all part-time earnings when you certify each week. Just make sure when you apply that you clearly indicate you're still working part-time but lost your main job.

I was in almost the EXACT same situation last year! I worked at a waterpark full-time during summer and kept my barista job year-round. When the park closed for the season, I got partial unemployment that really helped. Just make sure you report your EXACT earnings each week when you certify - I messed up once and had to deal with an eligibility interview. It was stressful but got resolved. Also, they'll ask about job search activities, so keep a record of places you apply to for full-time work.

my brother tried this and EDD denied him cuz he didnt earn enough in his base period or something. make sure u check if u earned enough at that seasonal job. its on the edd website somewhere

I tried calling EDD for a similar situation and spent WEEKS trying to get through. Literally called 30+ times a day. Finally tried Claimyr (claimyr.com) which got me connected to an EDD agent in about 20 minutes. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km. The agent confirmed I was eligible for partial benefits despite my part-time job and helped me with my specific calculation. Way better than trying to figure it out myself!

UR GONNA NEED TO BE SUPER CAREFUL WITH UR CERTIFICATIONS!!! I was in this exact situation & accidentally reported my work hours wrong one week (put 15 instead of 18) and got slapped with a false statement penalty. Now I'm dealing with 5 PENALTY WEEKS where I can't get benefits even though I qualify!!! Make sure EVERY DETAIL is correct when u certify or they'll assume ur trying to commit fraud.

Just wanted to clarify something about reporting earnings when you certify. You need to report your GROSS earnings (before taxes) in the week you EARNED them, not when you got paid. This trips up a lot of people. Also, the first $25 or 25% of your part-time earnings (whichever is greater) won't count against your benefit amount - that's called the earnings disregard. So if your weekly benefit amount would be $350 without part-time work, and you earn $200 at your part-time job, they'll only deduct $150 from your benefits (after the $50 disregard), so you'd still get $200 in UI benefits plus your part-time wages.

My situation was kinda different but related - I had two part-time jobs and lost one. Applied for UI online and got so confused by all the questions about still working while claiming! ended up having to do a phone interview to straighten it all out. One weird thing - they asked me if I would accept full-time work if offered, and apparently you HAVE to say yes or they can deny you. Just a heads up!

Thanks everyone for the amazing advice! I'm going to apply online tonight and make sure I clearly indicate I'm still working part-time but lost my main source of income. I'll be super careful with my weekly certifications and make sure to report my gross earnings accurately. Sounds like I'll still qualify for some partial benefits which will really help until I can find another full-time position. Will update on how it goes!