The UCLA Tarjan Center UCEDD and the California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) are partnering to offer a training and employment program designed to build disability advocacy, leadership, and career skills for autistic adults.
The program brings together autistic job seekers and career coaches for individualized career coaching and mentorship.
Choose an opportunity below to learn more and apply:
I’m interested in participating
For autistic adults who want to build advocacy and career skills
I’m interested in becoming a career coach
For undergraduate, post baccalaureate, or graduate students who want to provide coaching and mentorship
Gain practical skills, career preparation, and individualized support through a free online training program designed for autistic job seekers.
Participants will receive:
Training topics include:
The program is open to autistic adults age 18 or older who:
We are recruiting undergraduate, post baccalaureate, and graduate students to serve as career coaches for autistic job seekers participating in the program.
Career coaches will receive training and provide individualized coaching and mentorship as participants develop disability advocacy, employment readiness, and professional skills.
Career coaches will:
Applicants must:
We’re happy to help you determine which opportunity is right for you.
Email: peersclinic@ucla.edu
