Students with Disabilities

Information and resources for Students with Disabilities.

Searching for a job or internship is challenging and time-consuming, however, knowing the resources and organizations that can assist you through the process can help reduce stress and make the process a little easier. As a student with a disability, there are a variety of resources, tools and organizations which can be of assistance. The Career Center is one of those resources and can assist you with strategizing your search, sharing your story and guiding you through the application process!

Below are some resources to assist with disclosing, the job/internship search, and educational resources regarding your rights as a job/internship seeker.

We hope to continue to add resources that might be helpful and if you find something valuable, please share it with us by using the Guest login (top right of Duke Hub).

6 types of employers most welcoming to college students who are BIPOC, LGBTQ+, First Generation, Black and African American, Latino, Economically Disadvantaged, or Women

Entering the workforce as a college student from an underrepresented background can be a daunting task. These students often face unique challenges when seeking employment, as they search for organizations that value diversity and inclusivity. In this blog post, we …

By College Recruiter
College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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Job Search for International Students

Many international students who are in the US for school and are pursuing a job search may be thinking about staying in the country post-graduation, returning home to work, or moving to another country. If you fall into either one …

By Alicia Rhodes (she/her)
Alicia Rhodes (she/her) Assistant Director, Career Services
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Paid Internships at the UN

This list was compiled by Gagen Vaseer T’13 and was posted on his LinkedIn! Thanks Gagen for such a great list.

If you’re a student looking to intern at the United Nations this summer, keep reading!

From international relations to development to business, there’s an internship for all backgrounds in the UN system.

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By Greg Victory (he/him/his)
Greg Victory (he/him/his) Assistant VP Student Affairs/Fannie Mitchell Executive Director, Career Center
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Accommodations for Interviews

During the job search, it may be difficult to discern when you should request accommodations in the interview process, if you wish to do so. It is important to understand that requesting reasonable accommodations is a legal right that you …

By Lauren Coury
Lauren Coury Career Advisor
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Stop Chasing Purpose and Focus on Wellness | Chloe Hakim-Moore | TEDxMemphis

Through moving storytelling, transparent acknowledgement, and impactful reflections on the chase for purpose, Chloe Hakim-Moore’s TEDx Talk pulls back the curtain on the “quarter life crisis”.  Listen below to Chloe’s take on how prioritizing wellness can bring about the life-changes we seek. 

By Kai Kelley Jr. (he/him)
Kai Kelley Jr. (he/him) Assistant Director, Entertainment, Media & Arts Career Community
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