Employment

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.

An autism-inclusive working environment

Employment 28 September 2021

In our next blog, Ieuan tells us about how his time at the Civil Service helped give him focus into the future of his career.

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