[nabs-l] Internships/Jobs Requiring a driver's license car

[Beth Taurasi]

On 9/30/2013 4:19 PM, Ashley Bramlett wrote:
> Bobbi,
> I think you should use your networks and career center to get an 
> internship.
> Its hard enough getting an internship because they are so competetive 
> even if you have excellent grades and references.
> I remember my unsuccessful attempts to secure internships; I applied 
> for nonprofit jobs with a nonprofit called Volunteer Fairfax. Each 
> summer they got a grant from Exxon to give to nonprofits. This grant 
> was divided up to give each intern a stipend for two months of 
> interning. I applied for several positions and was interviewed for one 
> job. I was not selected.
>
> The driving issue did not come up for me.
> I agree with Jane. They are looking for the top notch candidates and 
> one who can get around fast; that is with a car as public transit is 
> often slower.
> So, I would not apply. I would do my best to apply to jobs without 
> such a requirement.
>
> Barriers are definitely transportation. Just because you may be able 
> to get around does not mean
> that they will let you transport clients. What about transporting 
> materials? If you use public transport or paratransit, you may not 
> have room to transport this stuff.
> Also not everywhere has public transit.
>
> You have the legal right to work here with proper identification. You 
> can use other forms of ID other than a drivers license.
> But if the job requires driving, there is often no way around that.
>
> If you know the organization though, you may be able to call and 
> negotiate something with them.
>
> Ashley
>
> -----Original Message----- From: Bobbi Pompey
> Sent: Monday, September 30, 2013 2:43 PM
> To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
> Subject: [nabs-l] Internships/Jobs Requiring a driver's license car
>
> Hello,
>
> I have come across several job and internship applications that say a 
> driver's license and car is required for the position. I have access 
> to reliable transportation, but obviously I will not be driving due to 
> my vision.  What do you suggest? What are my legal rights?
>
> Thank you,
>
> Bobbi A. L. Pompey
> (336) 988-6375
> pompey2010 at yahoo.com
> http://pompey2050.wix.com/bobbi-pompey
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Ashley and Bobbie, would you mean negotiating hire of a driver for that 
person who is applying?  Driving jobs are a barrier to blind people if 
the driving is not the only thing required in the job. Like, for 
instance, tow truck driving or supply runs.
Beth