They are most likely to have relatively high UI benefit and duration entitlements. This can result in prolonged, but unsuccessful, job searches - eroding both motivation and skills, stigmatizing the workers in the eyes of potential employers. It may be more effective for these workers to seek reemployment quickly, even at the cost of taking a lower-paying job. They would begin acquiring new skills and experiences, possibly achieving increased earnings through subsequent job changes. Plus, evidence shows that it's easier for a person to get a job when already employed.
Seasonal workers present different challenges to the project.
These workers draw disproportionately on UI because of repeated use. Jobs available during the off-season may not pay enough to provide an incentive to return to work. Earnings supplements might encourage workers to take these off-season jobs. Look for results from the project starting at the end of 1996.