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My Job

A job can be so much more than a paycheck…
Employment helps you:

Build confidence and independence.

Develop skills and experience.

Create friendships and expand your support network.

Experience the pride of making a difference and being part of something bigger.

Earn money to support your goals, hobbies, and long-term wishes.

Lessons Learned

Teen Tips

Think about what you are going to do after high school. What is next for you? How do you get started?

Here are some practical things you can do right now while still in high school!

Do you want to work after you finish high school? Start now! Working a part-time or volunteer job will help build skills you will use later. The experience adds value to your resume.

Wondering what careers might be right for you? Check out the Career One Stop website for tools to explore careers. You can take an interest and skills assessment and learn about training that is needed for specific careers.

Take part in activities at school, at home and in the community. This will help build your skills and increase your interests.

Getting Started

There are a few things you will need to have ready before you interview for jobs. Here are a couple of things to check out so you are prepared.

Employers will ask for your Social Security number (SSN) and an official identification such as your social security number, certified birth certificate, or Maryland Identification Card. Learn more about these forms of identification and how to obtain them.

There are a few steps involved in getting a job. You may need to fill out an application form, provide a resume, and write a cover letter. Learn more about how to write these documents.

Video Story

In this video, hear from employers about hiring young people with disabilities.

Note: This video is part of the “Work Early, Work Often” is a video series created by the Youth Transitions Collaborative. Together, the three-part campaign highlights the importance of work and work-based experiences in an individual’s transition to adulthood, particularly for young adults with disabilities.