PA CareerLink job search frustration - expired listings wasting my UC job search time

Unfortunately, this is pretty common with CareerLink. The system doesn't remove expired listings fast enough. Pro tip: filter by 'Date Posted' and only look at jobs posted in the last 7 days. Those are usually still active. And yes, even applying to jobs through CareerLink that turn out to be expired DOES count toward your work search requirements as long as you document it properly. Just make sure you're keeping detailed records of every application with dates, company names, positions, and how you applied.

careerlink is the WORST!!! been using it for 3 months and found exactly ZERO actual jobs that called me back. try indeed or ziprecruiter instead, just make sure u save all ur application confirmations for UC records

I had the exact same experience last month! What worked for me was calling my local CareerLink office directly and asking for help. The person I spoke with actually sent me current job listings directly via email that matched my skills. Apparently they have access to more updated listings than what shows on the public site. Worth a try!

im dealing with the same thing right now and its driving me crazy!!! ive been on unemployment since january and i swear the system is designed to be frustrating on purpose. half the listings are expired and the other half are for jobs paying way less than im qualified for. feels like they just want us to fail

I think I figured out part of the problem - employers don't mark their listings as filled, so they just sit there in the system. My cousin works in HR and says they haven't logged into their CareerLink account in like 2 years but their postings probably still show up as active! The whole system is a mess.

One important thing to remember about your PA UC work search requirements: it's not just about applying to jobs. You can also count attending job fairs, creating profiles on employment websites, participating in job search workshops, and even posting your resume on employment websites. These activities count toward your weekly work search requirements too, which gives you more options beyond the frustrating CareerLink listings.

I work with PA UC claims daily and want to clarify something important: while expired CareerLink listings are frustrating, applying to them DOES satisfy your work search requirements as long as you made a good faith effort and documented it properly. The system doesn't expect you to know a job is expired before applying. Make sure you're logging all work search activities in your UC portal each week, and keep separate records with these details for each activity: 1. Date of application/activity 2. Employer name/organization 3. Position/type of work sought 4. Method of contact (online, in person, etc.) 5. Result/outcome if known Having this documentation will protect you in case of an audit.

I had a similar issue when I first started filing for PA unemployment. The trick is to diversify your job search methods. When I couldn't get CareerLink to work properly, I started keeping a detailed job search log with applications from multiple sources. The PA UC reps actually told me they prefer seeing varied methods rather than just CareerLink applications. Have you tried reaching out to the UC service center directly? They can provide guidance specific to your situation.

everyone i kno on unemployment hates careerlink lol. its like nobody at the UC office has ever tried using it themselves or theyd fix it. maybe we should all complain to our state reps about how broken it is?

After reading about your CareerLink struggles, I'd recommend using Claimyr (claimyr.com) to get in touch with an actual PA UC representative. I was stuck in a similar situation with job search requirements not being properly recorded, and couldn't get through on the regular line. Claimyr helped me connect with someone who explained exactly which activities would satisfy my requirements. Check out their demo video (https://youtu.be/CEPETxZdo9E?si=WL1ZzVZWG3KiHrg2) to see how it works. It saved me from potentially losing benefits due to misunderstanding the work search rules.

For anyone dealing with CareerLink frustrations, here's what worked for me: I attended one of their virtual workshops (counts as a work search activity!) and asked the presenter directly about the expired job listings. She explained that they're required to keep listings up for a certain period even after the position is filled, but gave us tips on identifying the most current ones. She also shared her email and said we could contact her directly for current listings - way more helpful than the website!

To answer the question about virtual job fairs: According to current PA UC guidelines, a virtual job fair counts as ONE work search activity, regardless of how many employers you speak with. However, if you follow up with specific employers after the fair with formal applications, each of those can count as separate activities in subsequent weeks. Also, attending a CareerLink workshop counts as one activity, posting your resume on an employment website counts as one, and creating a profile on a job search site counts as one. You need a minimum of two per week, but it's always good to do more.