Human Resources

Unemployment Insurance videos to help file a claim

The Unemployment Insurance Agency has a series of how-to videos to help navigate the unemployment system and assist you with filing a claim.

View the full playlist of videos for employees here.

Keep in mind, it’s best to apply online during non-peak hours, between 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. The 24-hour website operates faster when fewer people are on the site. Visit Michigan.gov/UIA to get started.

• UIA Director Steve Gray answers FAQs about unemployment benefits

  Watch the full video here.

• How to file a claim?

  Watch the how to file a claim video here.

• How to set up a MiWAM account?

  Watch the MiWAM account set up video here.

• How to claim your weeks of unemployment benefits?

  Watch how to claim your weeks of unemployment benefits video here.

• Additional UIA resources

  • MiWAM Toolkit for Claimants
  • Unemployment Insurance 101

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