Job Training
American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Internship Program
Information on the AAAS ENTRY POINT! internship program, which was developed to encourage science, technology, engineering and mathematics students with disabilities to apply their skills in a real-world professional setting.
Career-Focused Mentoring for Youth: The What, Why & How
Provides links to state job banks, salary and benefits information, education and training opportunities and assistance with writing resumes and interviewing.
Department of Labor Civil Rights Center (CRC)
Department of Labor Employment & Training Administration (ETA)
Information on training and placement of workers through employment services, tax credits and other hiring incentives and grants available from ETA.
Employment & Training Resources
Employment Intervention Demonstration Program Coordinating Center
High School/High Tech Training Manual
International Training, Internships, Recruitment & Volunteer Opportunities
Job Seeking Skills for People with Disabilities: A Guide to Success
Self-assessment handbook to help individuals with disabilities by identifying their skills and interests, finding occupations and reviewing how to market these skills.
Marriott Foundation for People with Disabilities
Established with a mission to enhance employment opportunity for young people with disabilities. To help close this gap, the Foundation developed Bridges...from school to work, a program that matches the interests and abilities of young people with the workforce needs of employers, creating and supporting strong employment relationships that work to the benefit of all.
National Telecommuting Institute
Nondiscrimination Regulations for the Nation's Job Training System
Occupational Information Network (O*NET OnLine)
Database of occupations and their requirements that can be used by job seekers, employers, educators and training professionals.
Quality Indicators in Supported Employment
State Developmental Disability Agencies
State Vocational Rehabilitation Agencies
Strategies for Maximizing Staff Competence When Supporting Job Seekers with Disabilities
Student Employment Opportunities in the Federal Government
Supported Employment Handbook: A Customer-Driven Approach for Persons with Significant Disabilities
Training & Technical Assistance for Providers
Vocational Rehabilitation State Offices
Links to state divisions and services that assist individuals with disabilities in securing gainful employment.