can you work part time on unemployment

[AthenaMarie]

In the U.S., part-time workers may qualify for partial unemployment benefits if their hours or pay were reduced involuntarily or if they accepted part-time work while seeking full-time employment. You must report all gross wages weekly. Benefits decrease based on earnings, but some payments may still be issued, which can extend your benefit period.

[ODaniella]

The NYS DOL now uses an hours-based method for partial unemployment benefits. Workers can keep full benefits while working up to seven days a week if hours do not exceed 30 and earnings stay below the maximum gross rate, excluding self-employment. Reductions are applied based on weekly hours, not daily work.

[Jordan]

If your part-time earnings are below your weekly unemployment benefit, you may still receive full or partial payments. Part-time work generally means under 40 hours per week. When certifying benefits, report all gross wages, including part-time pay before taxes or deductions, even if it seems less than your weekly benefit.