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If you are impacted by the partial federal government shutdown, you may be eligible for unemployment insurance (UI) benefits, depending on your situation.

Each week you claim unemployment benefits, you need to look for work unless we tell you otherwise. Learn more about the job search requirements.

When you apply for unemployment benefits, you need to report why you are not working. We call this your job separation reason. Learn how to correctly report why you stopped working.

Earlier this year, we reached out to employers who participated in the SharedWork program. We asked them how it went, and 92% said they had a positive or better experience. Given that SharedWork helps save both businesses and jobs, we’re proud to report that.

Employment Security Department staff and community-based organizations celebrated the renewal of the Unemployment Insurance Navigators program earlier this summer during their third People’s Outreach Summit.

Losing your job can make your future feel uncertain. We’re here to help. If you lost your job through no fault of your own, unemployment benefits can help support you while you look for work or are in approved training.

This Youth Empowerment Summit aims to teach high school students with disabilities about self-advocacy, disability justice and combating ableism.

Employment Security Department Commissioner Cami Feek and Workforce Services Division Director Ismaila Maidadi joined other local leaders April 29 for a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new WorkSource Everett center location.

Washington Service Corps invites you to help support your community on Earth Day.

AmeriCorps Week — March 9 to 15 — recognizes all AmeriCorps national community service members and alums nationwide who raise their hands to help when needed. From a pioneering group of 20,000 Americans who first signed up to serve, AmeriCorps has grown. It’s a force for positive change, making a real difference in people’s lives.