DEW's Labor Market Information (LMI) division is proud to announce the launch of its brand-new website: lmi.sc.gov. This site provides vital data about our state’s workforce, including …

This system may contain government information, which is restricted to authorized users ONLY. Unauthorized access, use, misuse, or modification of this computer system or of the data …

Your first step is to submit an initial claim in order for DEW to determine if your circumstances meet the eligibility requirements of the Unemployment Insurance (UI) program.

Employers finance the UI program through tax contributions to the South Carolina Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund, and DEW is responsible for the collection, accounting and auditing …

Filing a weekly claim involves answering questions about whether you worked, earned any income and whether you were able, available and looking for work. Additionally, you must …

Find your local SC Works center and ask about the latest job fairs and hiring events you can take advantage of. SC Works In partnership with DEW, SC Works provides all jobseekers with free …

To determine if you are eligible to receive UI benefits, you must file a claim with DEW. Before any benefits can be paid, an unpaid waiting period equivalent to one full week of unemployment …

Log in to the SCDEW Workforce Information Portal to access employment resources, manage claims, and find job opportunities in South Carolina.

Chatbot Help This is a communication self-service solution that can be accessed by claimants, employers or agents to quickly provide much needed assistance from SCDEW with …

Go to dew.sc.gov to begin your Unemployment Insurance (UI) benefits process. This is the main website for the S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW).