Nearly 11% of undergraduate students have a disability,
according to recent statistics released by the U.S. Census.
These students face unique challenges in their job search.
Despite 20 years of antidiscrimination legislation, applicants
with disabilities have lower rates of employment than the
general population. If you have a disability, the following
techniques and resources will help you overcome these barriers.
Connect with vocational rehabilitation services. Every state
offers these services to help individuals with disabilities find
a job. The federal government has also designed Vet Success to
assist veterans with disabilities with securing employment.
Pursue experiential education early. Consider volunteering or
take advantage of internship opportunities. The U.S. Department
of Labor actively recruits students with disabilities on college
campuses through their Workforce Recruitment Program. Other
internships can be found through Emerging Leaders and the
American Association of People with Disabiliti