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

[Anna Givens]

Ok Arielle already said what I said.... Sorry....  My emails messed up!  Lol

Anna

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On Jul 18, 2013, at 9:39 PM, Arielle Silverman <arielle71 at gmail.com> wrote:

> 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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