South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW)

Dec 23, 2025

Access the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) here.

The South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW) is the state agency responsible for overseeing employment and workforce development initiatives in South Carolina. DEW works to connect job seekers with employers, administer unemployment benefits, and provide training programs to enhance the state's workforce.

Agency Accounts

South Carolina DEW Employer Account

Access your online accounts:

The South Carolina DEW Employer Account allows you to set up and manage the following information:

  • DEW Employer Account Number (UI)
  • Initial Unemployment Insurance (UI) Tax Rate : UI tax rate assigned when the account is opened.

Find out more on how to stay compliant with the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW):

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