{"id":3405,"date":"2024-08-19T13:04:13","date_gmt":"2024-08-19T17:04:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cehhs.utk.edu\/klass\/?p=3405"},"modified":"2024-08-19T13:04:13","modified_gmt":"2024-08-19T17:04:13","slug":"college-autism-support-series-career-preparation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cehhs.utk.edu\/klass\/2024\/08\/19\/college-autism-support-series-career-preparation\/","title":{"rendered":"College Autism Support Series: Career Preparation"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Preparing for a career after college is a significant concern for many students, and those with autism often face unique challenges in this area. Autism support services programs offer targeted career preparation to help students navigate the transition from college to the workforce.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Career preparation services may include resume writing workshops, interview practice, and job search strategies tailored to the needs of students with autism. These programs often collaborate with career services on campus to provide internships and job placement opportunities that are supportive and accommodating.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">By offering specialized career preparation, autism support services programs help students with autism build the skills and confidence they need to pursue their career goals. 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