[nabs-l] Tips for soon-to-be grads who are looking for work

[Arielle Silverman]

Hi Anjelina,

This is an excellent topic. I'm not sure how helpful we will be,
though, since most of us are still students ourselves. I might suggest
asking this question on the BlindTalk list too, and forward along any
particularly helpful suggestions you get. Also, I'd think a lot
depends on what field you are in. For example, I am primarily applying
for jobs at academic and research institutions, so my strategy so far
has been to join listservs and check online forums where those kinds
of jobs are posted (mainly forums of the psychology and disability
studies organizations I have joined). Career fairs and job websites
might be more relevant in some fields than others. What field are you
in?

Arielle

On 7/18/13, Anjelina Cruz <anjelinac26 at gmail.com> wrote:
> Good evening all,
> As a soon-to-be grad from college in December, I'm starting to put
> serious thoughts into what I need to do in hopes I'll be able to find
> work. I'm planning on using my career center, job fairs on campus or
> networking to find possible employment opportunities.
>
> For those who are working: what tips could you offer blind students
> who are looking for work? Are there parts of the process you wish you
> did differently? Was blindness a big barrier to finding employment?
> Thanks for any thoughts or advice.
> --
> Anjelina
>
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