Unmployment Support

Unemployed Minnesotans now qualify for an additional $300 in unemployment weekly unemployment benefits due to COVID-19. Learn more about the Lost Wages Assistance Program – click here
Step-by-step guide to completing the UI application during COVID-19 – click here
For Self-Employed and Contract Workers: Step-by-step guide to completing the UI application during COVID-19 – click here
Minnesota Unemployment Insurance Program (unemployed or have your hours reduced, you may apply for unemployment benefits) – click here
Unemployment – Call Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development for assistance.
- In the metro area? Call 651-296-3644.
- Out in greater Minnesota? Call 1-877-898-9090.
- Hearing impaired and using a TTY? Call 1-866-814-1252
- Job Seekers click here
- Recently unemployed click here
Have you recently been laid off? Get help with your job search, industry credentials and certificates from training institutions across the state, and career supports to help obtain your next job. Career navigators at Goodwill-Easter Seals are meeting with job seekers remotely via phone, email and/or video conferencing to assist you during this time. To learn more, email or call Avery at abardell@gesmn.org, call 612-286-8597 or click here.