Fired after only one week on new job - do I qualify for EDD benefits?

Yes u can reopen ur previous claim since its stll in the same benefit year. just go to ur ui online account and theres a button to reopen claim. i had similar thing happen 2 me last summer, got job for 3 weeks then they cut my hours to basically nothin. EDD let me go back on my old claim no problem

You absolutely can reopen your previous claim as long as you're still within your benefit year (which is 12 months from when you first filed). The key factors here: 1. You need to report the work you did for that one week, including the employer's info and earnings 2. Make sure to explain you were let go through no fault of your own 3. When you reopen, you'll need to serve a one-week waiting period again unless you already served it in your benefit year Since your previous employer was the one where you established your claim, they're still the employer of record for your benefits. This short employment shouldn't affect your weekly benefit amount. Log into UI Online and look for the "Reopen Claim" option. Answer all questions accurately, especially about your most recent work.

DONT LISTEN TO THEM!!! U WILL NOT QUALIFY if u got FIRED!!!! EDD will say its ur fault and deny u! They denied me when my boss fired me for being 10 min late ONE TIME!!! The system is RIGGED against workers!!!!!

I had this EXACT situation in January. After reopening my claim online, EDD scheduled a phone interview to ask about the short job. Just be honest - tell them you were dismissed during training/probationary period for not being a "good fit" but weren't given specific reasons why. They approved mine with no issues after the interview. One thing though - when you reopen, BE PREPARED for delays. Have you tried calling EDD directly? It's almost impossible to get through these days with all the call volume. I spent 3 days trying before giving up.

When you reopen your claim, make sure you answer the questions about your separation carefully. Don't just say you were "fired" because that triggers automatic flags in their system. Explain you were released during the probationary/training period. Also, remember to restart your work search activities and keep records of everything. I learned that the hard way - had my benefits delayed for 3 weeks because I didn't have proper documentation of my job search efforts after reopening my claim.

everyone saying reopen claim is correct but make sure u dont wait too long. i think theres like a 30 day window or something. also when they ask why u stopped certifying be SUPER CLEAR u got a new job. also they mite want pay stubs from that 1 week job so get those ready if u can. and yah ur benefit amount will stay same cuz its based on previous employer

One thing nobody's mentioned - if your benefit year is almost over (like if you originally filed in Feb/March 2024), it might actually be better to file a new claim instead of reopening. The benefit calculator might give you a higher WBA if you had good earnings in 2024. But if your benefit year started in November or December 2024, then definitely reopen the existing claim like others suggested.

Thanks everyone for all this great advice! I just reopened my claim through UI Online and reported the one week of work exactly as suggested. The system said I might need a phone interview, so I'm prepared for that. I'll update this thread once I hear back from EDD about the status. Really appreciate all the help during this stressful time.

Good luck! And if they do schedule an interview, just remember to stay calm and explain things clearly. My interview only lasted about 10 minutes. The agent basically just wanted to verify I didn't quit or get fired for misconduct. Once I explained I was let go during the training period for "not being a good fit" but wasn't given any specific performance issues, they approved it right away.

Just wanted to add something that might help - when you're doing your phone interview (if they schedule one), make sure you have the exact dates you worked and any documentation ready. I went through something similar last year where I was let go after just a few days for "cultural fit" reasons. The EDD interviewer asked me specific questions like: Did you receive any written warnings? Were you told about specific performance issues? Did you violate any company policies? Since you were let go for being "not a good fit" without any concrete reasons, you should be fine. Also, don't stress too much about the one-week waiting period someone mentioned - if you already served your waiting week when you first filed your claim in your benefit year, you won't need to serve another one when reopening. Hope this helps and good luck with everything!

Hey FireflyDreams, sorry to hear about this frustrating situation! I went through something very similar about 6 months ago - got hired at a tech startup, worked there for exactly 8 days, then they said I wasn't the "right fit" for their fast-paced environment. It's such a gut punch when you think you finally landed something and then boom, back to square one. The good news is everyone here is giving you solid advice about reopening your claim. I just wanted to add that when you do reopen, make sure you're really clear about the timeline - that you stopped certifying because you got the job, worked for one week, then were let go through no fault of your own. One thing I wish someone had told me is to screenshot or print out your reopening confirmation page. EDD's system can be glitchy and I had to prove I submitted my reopening request on time when there was a delay in processing. Also, don't let this experience discourage you from applying to other places. Sometimes these quick rejections are actually blessings in disguise - if they couldn't see your value in just one week, they probably weren't the right company for you anyway. You've got this!

I went through almost the exact same thing in 2023! Got hired at a small consulting firm, worked there for 6 days, then they said I wasn't "meshing well with the team dynamics." No specific feedback, no chance to improve, just boom - out the door. I was also worried about reopening my claim since the job was so short, but it turned out to be no big deal. EDD actually sees this kind of thing a lot, especially with companies that have probationary periods. When they called me for the interview, the agent said something like "Oh, another 'not a good fit' case" - so you're definitely not alone in this situation. One tip I'd add to all the great advice here: when you restart your job search, consider looking for companies that have longer training periods or clearer onboarding processes. Sometimes these quick dismissals happen because the company doesn't have a good system for integrating new employees. You deserve better than being thrown in the deep end and then blamed for drowning. Keep your head up - you'll find something better! And hey, at least you only wasted a week of your time instead of months at a place that clearly doesn't value their employees.

I'm so sorry you're going through this! What a terrible way to start the year. I actually work in HR and can tell you that letting someone go for "not being a good fit" after just one week is unfortunately more common than it should be - and it's rarely about the employee's actual performance. From an unemployment perspective, you should be fine. This type of separation during what's essentially a probationary period typically doesn't count as misconduct. The key is being honest about the circumstances when you reopen your claim. One thing I'd suggest for your future job searches: during interviews, ask specific questions about their onboarding process and how they support new employees in their first 30-60-90 days. A good employer should have a structured plan for integrating new hires. If they seem vague or dismissive about this, that's a red flag. Also, don't take this personally. Companies that make snap judgments like this often have deeper cultural or management issues. You dodged a bullet - better to find out in one week than after months of working in a toxic environment. Hang in there, and definitely reopen that claim ASAP!