[nabs-l] Internships

[Sofia Gallo]

It seems like an interview is the best time to clear up any misconceptions and address any accommodations, but what if there is no interview?..

I agree with Chris, I don't like to play the blind card but I'm not at all ashamed either.

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> On Aug 3, 2014, at 9:06 PM, "justin williams" <justin.williams2 at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> I use my personal laptop with my practicum, and I think I will do the same
> with my internship.
> -----Original Message-----
> From: nabs-l [mailto:nabs-l-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Sofia Gallo via
> nabs-l
> Sent: Sunday, August 03, 2014 12:35 AM
> To: Joseph Hudson
> Cc: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
> Subject: Re: [nabs-l] Internships
> 
> Thanks for the replies.
> 
> Jaws in demo mode is a pain, but getting the whole software to use it for 2
> months doesn't sound very reasonable.
> 
> I could always take my laptop and use that.
> 
> I have options, but I was wondering what experiences others have had
> regarding assistive technology and internships. What arrangements have
> others made?
> 
> Thanks for the input!
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 
>> On Aug 3, 2014, at 12:12 AM, Joseph Hudson <jhud7789 at outlook.com> wrote:
>> 
>> Hi, I think before I even think about getting a job like that, I would
> think about what kind of software that would be putting on that Machine
> whether it be MBVA or John's? Because if they're putting John's on there and
> it's all going to be a will to run in demo mode and my computer job is
> extensive I probably wouldn't deal to get much done in a day. The reason why
> I say that is because if I had to restart my computer every 40 minutes or
> restart John, every 40 minutes Alakaina get tiring and slowing on my
> process. So possible, talk to the person or Company, About getting the real
> version. Are you free later that you will be using. I hope this helps and if
> you having me other questions do not hesitate to contact me off off list
> n Aug 2, 2014, at 10:45 PM, Sofia Gallo via nabs-l <nabs-l at nfbnet.org>
> wrote:
>> 
>>> Hello
>>> 
>>> Has anyone had an internship or short-term job (such as a summer job) 
>>> that required extensive computer use (such as browsing the internet, 
>>> using Word and other basic programs)? How did this work out in terms 
>>> of using assistive technology such as screen readers like Jaws? Did 
>>> you arrange to use your own computer, use the demo mode of a software 
>>> or carry a USB version of the software?
>>> 
>>> I'm just wondering what experiences anyone has had using assistive 
>>> technology when the job is only short-term since adjusting company 
>>> computers with software may not be practical.
>>> 
>>> Thanks!
>>> 
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