Can I count reapplying to same company as ESD job search activity?

Yes, you can absolutely count reapplying to the same company for a different position as a job search activity. ESD's requirements focus on the actual application activity, not preventing you from trying the same company more than once. The key thing is that it needs to be a legitimate new application for an actual job opening. Document it normally in your job search log with the new date, position title, and application method.

i apply to amazon like every 3-4 months lol. they always need people but their hiring system is weird. ive used it for my job search activities multiple times and never had a problem with esd

Just make sure when you list it on your job search log, you're specific about it being a NEW position you're applying for. I got flagged once because I just wrote "Applied to Amazon" twice and ESD thought I was counting the same application twice. So write out the full job title, posting date, and maybe even the job ID number if they provide one to show they're different positions.

Anyone else finding it IMPOSSIBLE to get through to ESD to ask simple questions like this?? I've been trying for THREE DAYS to talk to someone about my job search activities and keep getting disconnected. This system is a joke - they expect us to follow all these detailed rules but don't provide any way to get clarification when needed. So frustrating!!

To expand on what others have said, here's what ESD's policy actually states about job search activities: 1. Each application to a different position counts as a separate activity, even at the same company 2. What matters is that each application is for a "suitable position" you're qualified for 3. You need documentation of each application (date, position, method of application) The WorkSource workshops actually specifically mention that applying to multiple positions at the same employer is perfectly acceptable. Just avoid applying to positions you're clearly not qualified for, as that could be seen as not making a serious effort to find work.

I went through something similar last year when I was on unemployment. I kept applying to different positions at the hospital near me (I'm in healthcare). I was worried too, but when I had my eligibility review interview, the ESD representative actually said it showed persistence and that I was targeting my job search appropriately for my skills. So in my experience, not only is it allowed, they might even view it positively!

just wondering.... has amazon ever called u back after rejecting u before? im in the same boat and wondering if its even worth it or just a waste of one of my activities

One more important point: if you're using WorkSource's job match system or the ESD's eServices portal to document your job search, they have specific fields for recording different positions at the same company. Make sure you're using those correctly - enter the specific job title, department if applicable, and use the notes section to clarify it's a different position than previously applied for. This makes it very clear during any review that you're following the rules correctly.

I've been in a similar situation and can confirm what others have said - definitely count it as a legitimate job search activity! I actually had success doing exactly this with a different company. Got rejected for one position, applied to another similar role a month later, and ended up getting hired. The key things I learned: 1) Make sure you're applying to genuinely different postings (different job IDs, posting dates, etc.), 2) Be super specific in your job search log - include the exact job title, posting date, and job reference number if they provide one, and 3) Don't let one rejection discourage you from a company you really want to work for. Amazon posts new positions constantly, so your timing might just be better this time around. Good luck with the application!

I'm new to the unemployment system and this thread has been incredibly helpful! I'm in a similar situation where I applied to a few positions at Boeing a couple months ago and just saw they posted some new openings that match my aerospace engineering background. Based on everyone's advice here, it sounds like I should definitely apply and count each new application as a separate job search activity. I'll make sure to be really specific in my documentation with job titles, posting dates, and reference numbers. It's reassuring to see that ESD actually views this kind of targeted persistence positively rather than as trying to game the system. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences - this community has been a lifesaver for navigating all these unemployment rules!

I work as a caseworker for WorkSource and can provide some official guidance on this. You are absolutely correct that applying to different positions at the same company counts as separate job search activities. What's important is that each application is for a distinct job posting with its own posting date and requirements. Amazon, like many large employers, posts hundreds of positions monthly, so applying to multiple relevant openings shows you're being proactive in your job search. Just ensure you're applying to positions you're genuinely qualified for - don't apply to management roles if you're seeking warehouse work, as that could be seen as not making a good faith effort. Keep detailed records including the job ID numbers (Amazon provides these), exact position titles, and application dates. This documentation will protect you if there's ever a review of your job search activities. Your persistence with a company that matches your location and pay needs is exactly the kind of focused job search strategy we encourage!

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!

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!