Three weeks ago, I made my first ever trip to Columbus, Ohio to attend OCALICON (“The Nation's Premier Autism and Disabilities Conference”). I met great people and learned more about the challenges those with ASD face during their job search and about resources available to them.
One question I heard throughout the conference to which no one seemed to have an answer was where to find white collar opportunities for those that fall within the Autism Spectrum. I googled, emailed people, googled again and I couldn’t find anything that had all the resources in one place.
So, I decided to create my own!
Below, you’ll find a list of the companies that have dedicated programs for ASD hires. I also include a job search site that compiles white-collar opportunities available for those with high functioning autism.
Although there are several companies that hire those with Autism, I focus on companies that: 1) offer opportunities specifically for those with high functioning autism, and 2) have traditionally “white collar” jobs available (think software engineers, data analysts co-ops, research internships, etc.). I want to make sure that these jobs will lead to an actual career and not just a part-time opportunity.
The list includes the company name, a short description of their initiative, a direct link to their website, and a sampling of the opportunities offered (if available).
Feel free to click through the list to find the opportunities that most make sense for you. If you know of a company I missed or if your company has a neurodiversity hiring initiative, send me a message to add yourself to the list (Ramon (at) PersuasiveInterview.com)
Company: Microsoft
Name of Initiative/Website: disAbility
Types of Opportunities available: Software Engineer, Compliance & Controls Analyst, Senior Designer - Skype
Company: AT&T
Name of Initiative/Website: Autism Internship
Types of Opportunities available: Pilot program with 3 spots in their Dallas HR Department
Company: SAP
Name of Initiative/Website: Autism at Work
Types of Opportunities available: Once on the website, you have to send them an email to find out about the opportunities. I sent one about a week ago and have yet to get a response. I have already sent a follow up and will update this when I get a response.
Company: Hewlett Packard Enterprises (Australia)
Name of Initiative/Website: The Dandelion Program
Types of Opportunities Available: Currently a Pilot Program
Company: Ford
Name of Initiative/Website: FordInclusiveWorks
Types of Opportunities Available: Currently a Pilot Program
Company: JP Morgan-Chase
Name of Initiative/Website:
Types of Opportunities Available: Technology Analyst Program - Internship
Company: Google
Name of Initiative/Website: Google Inclusion
Types of Opportunities Available: Software Engineer, University Graduate, Data Scientist/Quantitative Analyst, Engineering, University Graduate
The Spectrum Careers:
This was an interesting website that I came across while doing research. It has opportunities from tons of companies including Facebook, Google, LinkedIn, and many other household names. The opportunities looked like they were only available for 2-3 days so if you see something, you should apply immediately.
https://www.thespectrumcareers.com/
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