Our lobby is open 9:00-5:00. We also offer virtual appointments.

Students with Disabilities

We at the UW Career & Internship Center are committed to helping all disabled, D/deaf and neurodivergent-identifying students find satisfying experiential learning opportunities and gainful employment. To this end, we’ve compiled a list of resources for you, both on and off campus, which we hope will help answer questions you may have about disclosure, accommodations, your legal rights, and ways your employer can support you. This list is by no means exhaustive. We’ve also provided some sites where you can expand  upon your search for a job or internship and learn more about finding support in the workplace. Finally, we encourage you to schedule a 30-minute appointment with one of our career coaches, which you can do on Handshake. We are here to assist you with every step of this process.

Integrate – job connections for students with autism

Integrate is a nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting candidates with autism to employers for job opportunities. They help potential employers and co-workers understand that your strengths and skills can be welcomed into an atmosphere where those same strengths, skills, and …

By Lily Burnstein (She/Her)
Lily Burnstein (She/Her) Career Coach
Read more

2023 Mercer Consulting Seattle Diversity Summit — no experience needed!

The 2023 Mercer Seattle Diversity Summit is a one-day, in-person event that will give students from underrepresented groups the opportunity to learn more about Mercer‘s work, potential career opportunities, and to network with team members at the firm.  

This …

By Erin Lee (She/Her)
Erin Lee (She/Her) Career Coach
Read more

PrIMES Mentorship for Freshman and Sophomore pre-med students *Application due September 30th*

PrIMES mission is to increase diversity in medical school education.The PrIMES Mentorship is a national program for underrepresented premed students supported by Weill Cornell Medicine. 

PrIMES Mentees select college freshmen and sophomores from underrepresented backgrounds who aspire to become …

By Lily Burnstein (She/Her)
Lily Burnstein (She/Her) Career Coach
Read more

UPREP Workshop: Letters of Recommendation, Secondaries, and Self-Care 3/27

UPREP offers monthly workshops to underrepresented minority students and other aspiring future applicants who are interested in pursuing a career in medicine

Their next session will cover Letters of Recommendation, Secondaries, and Self-Care.

Time: Monday, March 27th, 2023 6:30-8:00pm PST

By Lily Burnstein (She/Her)
Lily Burnstein (She/Her) Career Coach
Read more

Student Career Treks – Spring Break

Interested in learning how to put your degree to use? UWAA career treks offer a chance to meet up with UW alumni who are making an impact on these all-day field trips to companies around Seattle. Pick from the four …

By Briana Randall (She/Her)
Briana Randall (She/Her) Executive Director
Read more

Sidebar

Student Stories & Advice

Kyndal Waldo

Student Stories & Advice
  • Pediatric Mental Health Coordinator Seattle Children's Hospital
Meet Kyndal >

Nikki Skorupa

Student Stories & Advice
  • Masters in Elementary Education Seattle University
Meet Nikki >

Avi A

Student Stories & Advice
  • Masters in Teaching - Secondary Math Western Governors University
Meet Avi >

Hanna K

Student Stories & Advice
  • Masters' of Social Work Portland State University
Meet Hanna >

James G

Student Stories & Advice
  • Kitchen Staff Megumi Preschool
Meet James >

Lilly Bosworth

Student Stories & Advice
  • School of Psychology Eastern Washington University
Meet Lilly >

Charlie D

Student Stories & Advice
  • Staff Geologist Georesources, LLC
Meet Charlie >

Tiffany-Ashton Gatsby

Student Stories & Advice
  • Social Anthropology specializing in Medical Anthropology University of Washington
Meet Tiffany-Ashton >

Paul Leanza

Student Stories & Advice
  • Research Scientist / Bioengineer University of Washington
Meet Paul >

Paula Orrego

Student Stories & Advice
  • Grad Student - Communication Sciences Emerson College
Meet Paula >

Siri Bhatt

Student Stories & Advice
  • Certified Nursing Assistant Swedish Medical Center
Meet Siri >

Aaron Burtle

Student Stories & Advice
  • Software Engineer Microsoft
Meet Aaron >

Featured Resources

Tools & Trainings for Neurodivergent Job Seekers

TOOLS

Ask Jan: Articles & Guides
The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) is the leading source of free, expert, and confidential …

Job Search Engines for Neurodivergent Job Seekers

Workforce Recruitment Program (WRP)
The WRP is a recruitment and referral program that connects federal and private sector employers nationwide …

Job Readiness Workbook (Neurodiversity Hub)

The Job Readiness workbook, created by Neurodiversity Hub, is designed as a guide to prepare autistic jobseekers to:

For more …

Students Guide to Disclosure in the Workplace

When you leave school and enter the workforce, you are required to share information about your disability if you want …

Accessibility, Inclusion, &  Action in Medical Education

This report weaves together the major themes shared by medical students, residents, and physicians with disabilities, as well as current …

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: How to assess an employers commitment

Tips on how to assess an employers commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion while navigating the job search process.