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How adjustments helped me integrate into the workplace
Employment
26 January 2024
In our latest blog, an autistic young person writes about their experience of completing an internship at BP secured through the Employ Autism programme.
National Lottery funding helps autistic young people access paid experiences of work
Employment
23 October 2023
With their lead gift of over £350,000, read how the National Lottery have been supporting us over the past two years to help autistic young people access the right career guidance.
Helping autistic young people feel comfortable in the workplace
Employment
19 July 2023
In our latest blog, we discuss the benefits of workplace adjustments and the difference they can make to an autistic employee.
Summer parliamentary reception at the House of Lords
Employment
6 July 2023
We hosted a fantastic parliamentary reception at the House of Lords this week to highlight the power of autism inclusion in the workplace.
Steps you can take on your journey to a green career
Employment
19 May 2023
In our latest blog, we discuss the steps you take on your journey to a green career, alongside some downloadable resources on examples of green careers and how to manage climate anxiety.
Building my social confidence through an Employ Autism internship
Employment
21 November 2022
In our latest blog, Ellis talks about his internship at CFC Underwriting and the tips he has for other autistic young people going into employment.
Finding employment opportunities through the Employ Autism programme
Employment
24 August 2022
In our latest blog, Thomas opens up about his finance internship at King’s College Hospital where he developed the skills he learnt at university and successfully went on to secure a one-year placement.
Finding joy in a workplace that supports autistic young people
Employment
1 August 2022
In our latest blog, Lily-Rose shares her experience of her internship through our Employ Autism programme. She writes about growing her confidence, making friends and landing her first permanent job.
Being autistic in the Civil Service
Employment
1 October 2021
Jasmine has written a blog for National Inclusion Week about her experience at the Civil Service with the aim to help other autistic people in employment and those who work with them.
Applying for a Civil Service internship
Employment
30 September 2021
Alix, an autistic young person, speaks about their experiences over a three week internship at the Civil Service and how their CV is stronger, job prospects have improved, and happier in themselves and their abilities.
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