Using digital resources can make job searching easier for young people with disabilities by offering flexible and accessible options. Online job boards let people look for jobs from home, which helps avoid travel and physical barriers. Many companies also do remote interviews, so candidates can connect with employers through video calls without going in person. However, not all websites are easy to use for everyone. Some online job boards don’t include companies that value inclusive hiring, making the job search tedious and frustrating. Even with these challenges, learning to use digital tools helps people become more independent and find more job opportunities. Fortunately, many online tools are designed to support people with disabilities. These include apps and websites that help with creating resumes, preparing for interviews, and matching with jobs that fit a person’s skills and needs. Using these resources can make the job search more accessible and successful.
In this issue of RAISE The Standard, we will explore the various virtual tools that young people with disabilities can use to make job searching more accessible.