Work search requirements for new EDD claim - how many jobs and how often?

Congrats on getting your claim approved! For the work search requirements, you need to make at least 3 job contacts per week. When you certify for benefits every two weeks, you'll need to report your work search activities for each week. EDD won't send you a confirmation about CalJOBS registration - the important thing is that you can log in and your resume is uploaded. Make sure you're keeping track of all job applications with the company name, position, date applied, and contact method (online, in-person, etc.). EDD can audit your work search activities at any time, so having good records is important. If you're having trouble reaching EDD to confirm anything, check out Claimyr.com - they helped me get through to an EDD agent when I had questions about my work search requirements. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km that shows how it works. Saved me hours of redial frustration!

theres no specific # officially but they usually say 3 is good. dont worry too much they hardly ever check that stuff unless theres a reason to flag ur account. ive been on ui twice and never had issues. just make sure u certify on time thats the main thing!

Actually, this is incorrect information that could get the OP in trouble. EDD DOES require you to make a good faith effort to find work each week. While they don't always specify an exact number, 3 work search activities per week is the generally accepted minimum. And they absolutely DO audit work search records - I've been through it myself. To the OP: Different activities count as work search efforts: - Applying for jobs (online or in-person) - Attending job interviews - Registering with placement agencies - Attending job fairs - Participating in workshops - Networking events related to your field Keep detailed records of ALL activities. Date, company name, position, contact person, method of contact, and result. EDD can request this information up to 3 years after you receive benefits.

When I was on EDD last year I got so stressed about this same thing!!! The whole system is designed to be confusing I swear. I ended up applying to like 7 jobs a week because I was paranoid lol. Better safe than sorry though. And be careful with your certifications - answer the questions EXACTLY as they're written or you might get stuck in pending!

For tracking your job search activities, I recommend a simple spreadsheet with these columns: 1. Date of activity 2. Company name 3. Position title 4. Method of contact (online app, email, phone, in-person) 5. Website/location/contact info 6. Result/follow-up This covers everything EDD might ask for during an audit. I've been through three unemployment claims and this system works perfectly. Regarding job fairs and networking events - yes, these count! Make sure to get business cards or some kind of proof you attended. For online applications, take screenshots as proof. The minimum is considered 3 activities per week, but I always recommend doing more if possible. And NEVER skip a week - that's the fastest way to trigger a determination interview about your eligibility.

Am I the only one who thinks its RIDICULOUS that EDD makes us jump through all these hoops?? I got laid off after 14 YEARS at my company - not my fault! Now I gotta prove I'm looking for work every single week when there are barely any jobs in my field? The whole system is broken. My cousin in Nevada said their unemployment system is way simpler and they don't hassle you nearly as much. California EDD is just trying to deny benefits any way they can!!!

To answer your certification question: On the UI Online certification forms, you'll just need to answer "Yes" to the question asking if you looked for work. You don't enter the specific job details during regular certification. HOWEVER, you should keep your detailed records because: 1. EDD may send you a DE 4365REV form at any time requesting your work search details 2. If you get scheduled for an eligibility interview, they'll ask about your job search activities 3. During quarterly reviews, some claims are randomly selected for work search verification The online certification just asks if you looked for work and if you refused any work - pretty simple. But having those detailed records ready is what saves you if they ever question your eligibility.

Just wanted to add that my friend got audited last month and they specifically asked for details about his work search from 6 months ago! He couldn't remember all the places he applied and almost lost his benefits. Don't be like my friend - keep those records organized from day one! Also, about CalJOBS - make sure your resume there is actually current. They do sometimes check that you're using the system. I log in once a week just to do a quick job search so it shows activity on my account.

when i was on unemployment during covid we didnt have to search for jobs at all but now its back to normal requirements which is good i guess. the economy is different now so we should all be looking anyway. just make sure u apply to jobs ur actually qualified for because if you get offered one and turn it down edd can cut u off just fyi

The employer will report to EDD if you refuse suitable work. They have a financial incentive to do this since unemployment claims can affect their experience rating (which determines how much they pay into the unemployment insurance system). I would recommend keeping your job search focused on positions you would actually accept. It saves everyone time and prevents potential eligibility issues down the road.