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This thread has been incredibly helpful! I was actually in a similar situation a few years back and made the mistake of overthinking it. I stopped filing for a couple weeks because I thought I was "cheating the system" by filing while working full time, even though I wasn't getting paid anything. Big mistake - it took forever to get everything sorted out again. The system really is set up to handle temporary work situations, you just have to trust the process and keep filing those weekly claims. Also, don't forget to keep copies of everything - your work contracts, pay stubs, and screenshots of your weekly filings. Having that documentation saved me when I had a minor discrepancy later on that needed to be resolved.
Thanks for sharing that lesson learned! It's so easy to second-guess yourself with unemployment stuff because the rules seem counterintuitive. Your point about keeping documentation is really smart too - I hadn't thought about saving screenshots of my weekly filings but that's definitely going on my to-do list. It's crazy how something that should be straightforward (temporary work while on unemployment) can feel so risky when you don't have clear guidance from the agency itself.
I'm in Washington state too and dealt with this exact situation about 6 months ago. The advice everyone's giving here is spot on - you absolutely must keep filing your weekly claims even while working the temp job. I made the mistake of skipping one week early on because I thought "well I'm working full time this week so why bother filing" and it created a gap that took 3 phone calls to fix. The Washington ESD rep told me that as long as you file consistently and report all your work honestly, your claim stays in "active" status even during $0 payment weeks. When my temp contract ended after 8 weeks, I just went back to filing normally and started receiving payments again with zero issues. The key is treating those work weeks like any other week - file on time, report everything accurately, and don't overthink it.
This is such valuable real-world experience - thank you for sharing! It's interesting that even skipping just one week created issues that needed multiple phone calls to resolve. That really drives home how important consistency is with the weekly filings. I'm definitely going to be religious about filing every single week now, even when it feels weird to be filing for unemployment while working 40+ hours. The fact that your transition back to regular payments was seamless after 8 weeks gives me a lot of confidence that this approach actually works as intended. Thanks for the reassurance!
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Just wanted to add - make sure you have a quiet space and stable internet connection when you file. The application can take 30-45 minutes and you don't want to get kicked out halfway through due to connectivity issues. Also, try to file during off-peak hours (early morning or evening) when their servers are less likely to be overloaded. I learned this the hard way after getting timed out twice during busy afternoon hours!
That's really smart advice about timing and internet connection! I hadn't thought about server overload during peak hours. I'm planning to file first thing tomorrow morning when it's quieter. Did you have to start completely over when you got timed out, or were you able to pick up where you left off?
Unfortunately I had to start completely over both times - so frustrating! The system doesn't seem to save your progress automatically. That's why I really recommend doing it all in one sitting if possible. Also, have all your employment info written down beforehand so you're not scrambling to remember dates and addresses while the clock is ticking. Good luck with filing tomorrow morning!
I went through this exact same process about 6 months ago and I totally understand how overwhelming it feels! Here's what I wish someone had told me upfront: gather ALL your employment info before you even start the application - employer names, addresses, dates of employment, wages, and reason for leaving for the past 18 months. Having everything organized in front of you makes the process so much smoother. Also, don't stress too much about getting every single detail perfect - you can always provide clarifications later if needed. The most important thing is just getting that initial claim filed ASAP since your benefit week starts when you file, not when you lost your job. You've got this!
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I had almost the exact same situation happen to me! Applied to Amazon for a warehouse position in January, got rejected, then saw they posted basically the same role again a few weeks later. I was nervous about applying again but decided to go for it and counted it as one of my job search activities. When I had my quarterly review call with ESD, they actually complimented me on being persistent with employers that matched my qualifications and location needs. The key thing that helped me was being super detailed in my job search log - I included the different job posting numbers, exact dates, and even noted in the comments section that it was a reapplication to show I wasn't trying to double-count anything. Amazon's hiring process is honestly pretty random from what I've experienced, so don't let that first rejection discourage you. I ended up getting an interview for the second application (still waiting to hear back), but the point is it was definitely worth trying again!
That's so encouraging to hear about your experience with the ESD review! It really helps to know they viewed your persistence positively rather than as something suspicious. I love that you got specific with the job posting numbers and added comments to clarify it was a reapplication - that's exactly the kind of detailed documentation I'm planning to do now. Your point about Amazon's hiring process being random really resonates with me too. I've heard from friends that sometimes it just comes down to timing and when they happen to review applications. Fingers crossed you hear back positively on that interview! Thanks for sharing your story - it gives me a lot more confidence about reapplying and counting it as a legitimate job search activity.
I'm so glad I found this thread! I'm in almost the exact same boat - applied to Amazon for a fulfillment center position last month, got the standard rejection email, and just saw they posted a new opening for a similar role. I was worried about whether I could count it as a job search activity since it's the same company, but reading everyone's experiences here has been super reassuring. It sounds like as long as I'm applying to a genuinely different posting (which this is - different job ID and posting date), document everything thoroughly, and make sure I note it's a reapplication in my job search log, I should be totally fine. The advice about including job reference numbers and exact position titles is really helpful too. I'm definitely going to apply - Amazon is one of the few places near me that pays decent wages for warehouse work and has benefits. Thanks everyone for sharing your knowledge and experiences!
You're absolutely making the right call! I was in a nearly identical situation a few months ago and went through the same worries about whether reapplying would count. After reading through this whole thread when I was dealing with my situation, I decided to go for it and it worked out perfectly - no issues with ESD at all. The key really is that documentation everyone's been talking about. I made sure to note the different job ID numbers and even took screenshots of both job postings showing the different posting dates, just to have extra backup if needed. Amazon really does seem to be one of the better options for warehouse work in terms of pay and benefits, so it makes total sense to keep trying there. Best of luck with the application - hope this one works out better for you!
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This thread has been so helpful! I'm bookmarking it because I'm sure I'll need to reference this info when I start filing my weekly claims. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences.
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Definitely saving this thread. So much better than trying to decipher the official Washington ESD website on my own.
I just wanted to add something that might help with tracking your freelance income - I use a simple Google Sheet to log everything in real time. I have columns for date work completed, client name, description of work, amount earned, and date paid. This way I never forget to report something when I file my weekly claims. It's also saved me a ton of time when I needed to look back at previous weeks. The key is updating it right after you finish each project, not waiting until claim filing day!
That's such a smart system! I was just thinking about how I was going to keep track of everything and a Google Sheet sounds perfect. Do you also track any business expenses or just the income side? I'm wondering if deductible expenses affect what I need to report to Washington ESD or if they just want the gross amount.
Mei Liu
I'm dealing with something very similar right now! Just filed my claim two weeks ago after moving here from Texas and I'm seeing that same confusing "ineligible pending" status. Like you, I definitely have enough qualifying wages between both states, but it seems like Washington's system can't see my Texas employment history yet. Reading through all these responses has been so helpful - I had no idea about the Combined Wage Claim process and that I need to specifically call them to request it. It's frustrating how the system makes it seem like you're denied when really they just haven't finished verifying everything. I'm going to call ESD tomorrow morning to make sure they're processing a CWC for my Texas wages. Thanks for posting this question - it's reassuring to know so many of us are going through the same confusing process and that it does eventually get resolved!
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Alina Rosenthal
•I'm glad this thread is helping so many people! I was feeling so lost when I first saw that status. One thing I learned from calling ESD - when you call tomorrow, have your Texas employer information ready (company name, dates of employment, and approximate wages if you remember). They'll ask for those details to request the wage verification from Texas. Also, if you get disconnected or can't get through, try calling right when they open at 8 AM - that seems to be the best time to actually reach someone. The whole interstate wage verification process is such a pain, but at least we know what we're dealing with now!
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Henrietta Beasley
I went through this exact same situation when I moved from Arizona to Washington last fall! That "ineligible pending" status is so misleading - I thought I was completely denied at first. What's happening is that Washington can only see your local wage history initially, so they're showing you as potentially ineligible until they can verify your out-of-state wages. The "no benefits available" message is definitely from an old claim in their system - ignore that part completely. Here's what worked for me: call ESD and specifically ask them to process a Combined Wage Claim including your California wages. Have your CA employer details ready (company name, employment dates, approximate wages earned). The whole process took about 3 weeks for me, but once they got my Arizona wage verification back, my status changed to eligible and I received all my back payments. Most importantly, keep filing your weekly claims even with the confusing status - you'll get paid retroactively once it's approved. The system is frustrating but it does work out in the end!
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Andre Dupont
•This is exactly what I needed to hear! I was starting to panic thinking I'd somehow messed up my application, but knowing that the "no benefits available" message is just leftover from an old claim makes so much sense. I actually do have all my California employer info saved from when I was job hunting, so I'll have everything ready when I call tomorrow. It's such a relief to know that you got all your back payments once the Arizona verification went through - that gives me hope that this will work out. Thanks for sharing your timeline too, knowing it took about 3 weeks helps me set realistic expectations instead of checking my account every day expecting immediate changes!
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