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Unemployment

Calculate your unemployment insurance

Employment Development Department

Estimate your unemployment insurance benefit amount. Calculate weekly payments based on your earnings. You can see what you might receive if you're unemployed. Learn more about Calculate your unemployment insurance.

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Certify for unemployment

Employment Development Department

Certify for unemployment benefits every 2 weeks. Report your work search and earnings to keep receiving payments. Learn more about Certify for unemployment.

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File for Unemployment

Employment Development Department

Visit the Employment Development Department to file for Unemployment benefits using a myEDD account. Learn more about File for Unemployment.

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Get your UI claim status

Employment Development Department

Check the status of your unemployment insurance claim to see if it was approved. Learn more about Get your UI claim status.

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Manage your Unemployment Insurance claim

Employment Development Department

Manage your unemployment claim with UI Online. Certify for benefits, check payments, and update your info anytime. Learn more about Manage your Unemployment Insurance claim.

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Find a job

CA state recruitment events and resources

Department of Human Resources

Find state job recruitment events and resources. Attend hiring fairs, workshops, and info sessions for California government careers. Learn more about CA state recruitment events and resources.

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Create a CalCareer account

Department of Human Resources

Create a CalCareers account to apply for California state jobs. Build your profile, search openings, and manage applications in one place. Learn more about Create a CalCareer account.

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Find a CA state job

Department of Human Resources

Search and apply for California state government jobs. Browse thousands of openings with good benefits and job security. Apply online anytime. Learn more about Find a CA state job.

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Find a job

Employment Development Department

Search for California jobs on CalJOBS. You can create a profile and upload a resume. Learn more about Find a job.

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Find an apprenticeship

Department of Industrial Relations

Find an apprenticeship. Learn a skill or trade and get the experience you need to build a career. Learn more about Find an apprenticeship.

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Help for job seekers with disabilities

Department of Rehabilitation

Get job help if you have a disability. Vocational rehab teams help you find, keep, and advance in jobs. Find services tailored to your needs. Learn more about Help for job seekers with disabilities.

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How to Become a Teacher in California

Commission on Teacher Credentialing

Learn how to start a rewarding career as a teacher that includes a roadmap to teaching, financial resources, teacher preparation programs, and more. Learn more about How to Become a Teacher in California.

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Jobs for veterans

Employment Development Department

You can get help finding a job if you’re a veteran. Employers can post jobs and find qualified candidates. Learn more about Jobs for veterans.

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Join CAL FIRE

California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection

Apply for jobs with CAL FIRE. Discover career opportunities in California's wildfire and emergency response teams. Learn more about Join CAL FIRE.

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Learn about jobs for foreign-born professionals

California Workforce Development Board

Many foreign-born California residents became professionals in their home countries and are highly-educated, but are unemployed or underemployed in the United States. Upwardly Global can help you find work that matches your skills. Learn more about Learn about jobs for foreign-born professionals.

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Search for a CalCareers exam

Department of Human Resources

For some state job applications, you'll need to take an exam to assesses your knowledge and skills. Search for a CalCareers exam. Learn more about Search for a CalCareers exam.

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Worker's rights

California Paid Sick Leave (PSL)

Department of Industrial Relations

Learn how to qualify for California paid sick leave rights and learn what might be covered. Most workers can earn paid time off to care for themself or a family member. Learn more about California Paid Sick Leave (PSL).

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File a discrimination complaint

Civil Rights Department

Have you faced unfair treatment at work, in housing, or public services? File a discrimination complaint. Learn more about File a discrimination complaint.

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File for Disability

Employment Development Department

File for State Disability Insurance if you can't work due to illness or injury. Get short-term income replacement while off work. Learn more about File for Disability.

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File for Paid Family Leave

Employment Development Department

File for Paid Family Leave to bond with a new baby or care for a sick family member. You can get benefits while you’re off work. Learn more about File for Paid Family Leave.

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File for Unemployment

Employment Development Department

Visit the Employment Development Department to file for Unemployment benefits using a myEDD account. Learn more about File for Unemployment.

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Get Workforce Capacity Education and Training

Department of Health Care Access and Information

Get education and training to build workforce skills. Find programs for healthcare workers and career development. Learn more about Get Workforce Capacity Education and Training.

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Sexual Harassment Prevention Training

Civil Rights Department

Take sexual harassment prevention training with short videos and quizzes to help you build a safer, respectful workplace. Learn more about Sexual Harassment Prevention Training.

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Worker rights and employer responsibilities

Department of Industrial Relations

Learn about California worker rights and employer responsibilities. You have a right to fair pay, safe workplaces, and breaks under state law. Learn more about Worker rights and employer responsibilities.

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Worker safety, wildfire cleanup, and rebuilding

Department of Industrial Relations

Review worker safety protections during wildfire cleanup and rebuilding. Protect yourself from hazards like ash, debris, and damaged structures. Learn more about Worker safety, wildfire cleanup, and rebuilding.

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Job training

Enroll your kids in technology programs

California Workforce Development Board

Enroll your child in Hack the Hood, a free 6-week program that teaches low-income youth technology and computer skills like programming. Learn more about Enroll your kids in technology programs.

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Find a job

Employment Development Department

Search for California jobs on CalJOBS. You can create a profile and upload a resume. Learn more about Find a job.

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Get Job Training in Long Beach

California Workforce Development Board

Get help finding a job in Long Beach. You can get career guidance, job training, connect with potential employers, and more. Learn more about Get Job Training in Long Beach.

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Get Job Training in Madera/Fresno

California Workforce Development Board

Get help finding a job in the Madera and Fresno County areas. You can get support with job placement, vocational training, learning opportunities, and more. Learn more about Get Job Training in Madera/Fresno.

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Get Job Training in Orange County

California Workforce Development Board

Get help finding a job in Orange County. You can find job search workshops, training, connect with potential employers, and more. Learn more about Get Job Training in Orange County.

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Get Job Training in Sacramento

California Workforce Development Board

Get help finding a job in Sacramento. You can get help with job training, interview prep, resumes, and networking opportunities. Learn more about Get Job Training in Sacramento.

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Get Job Training in San Diego

California Workforce Development Board

Get help finding a job in San Diego. You can find training, professional development resources, help with job placement, and more. Learn more about Get Job Training in San Diego.

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Get Workforce Capacity Education and Training

Department of Health Care Access and Information

Get education and training to build workforce skills. Find programs for healthcare workers and career development. Learn more about Get Workforce Capacity Education and Training.

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Health care education financial aid

Department of Health Care Access and Information

Students, healthcare professionals, and organizations can get funding for education, student loan repayments, and workforce training. See if you’re eligible. Learn more about Health care education financial aid.

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Student education, employment, and training services

Department of Rehabilitation

You can apply for student services that support your education and job search. Services include: job counseling, vocational training, help with schoolbooks and supplies, and more. See if you qualify. Learn more about Student education, employment, and training services.

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