Students With Disabilities

Welcome to the Students with Disabilities Community at the University of Florida! This community is built to support your career development, ensuring you have the tools you need to thrive during your time at UF and beyond.

Access information, including blogs, articles, and guides for navigating your career journey. Learn about accessibility resources, get involved in supportive student organizations, and connect with alumni who share similar experiences. Real-time labor market data and career pathways resources are available to help you make informed career choices.

Students with Disabilities Resource

The Disability Resource Center (DRC) works with over 7,000 Gators with disabilities. We go beyond access, remove barriers, and engage with faculty and staff to promote an accessible campus community for all.

Finding Your Ideal Job as a Person with ADHD

Background

Bartender. Graphic Designer. Engineer. Take these three seemingly separate professions and you’d be hard pressed to find a direct connection. But for Wil Gerard, Mentra’s newest team member and a fellow #ADHDer, these three seemingly separate careers were roles …

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Creating a Safe Space for Neurodivergent Teammates and Allies at CallRail

At CallRail, Divergent Minds is an Employee Resource Group (ERG) dedicated to providing resources, education, and support for people who identify as neurodivergent and their allies.

The ERG was founded in early 2023 by just a few team members. By …

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How To Ask For ‘Reasonable Accommodations’ If You Have a Disability

hanks to recent government efforts, companies are now more open to hiring employees with disabilities. This, coupled with regulations that ensure equal employment opportunities, makes it a lot easier to find a job as a disabled worker.

Even then, when you’re disclosing a …

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Will I Lose My Disability If I Work Part-Time?

“Will I lose my disability if I work part-time?” It’s a common question among Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) recipients. If this is your case, we have both a short and a long answer for you.

Short answer: not necessarily. …

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Why Neurodivergent Individuals Are Well-Suited for Data Technician Roles: A Tech Career Path Worth Exploring

Are you a neurodivergent individual interested in a tech career but unsure which role might suit you best? The field of technology offers numerous opportunities, and one role that aligns particularly well with the strengths of neurodivergent individuals is the …

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Presentations

Improve your ability to communicate big ideas to clients, teams, and execs by honing your presentation skills! Gain access to…

Networking & Outreach

Utilize practical exercises and advice from successful professionals to grow your network, build your professional community, represent your organization, and…

Clarifying Expectations

What questions do you need to ask to get the job done correctly? Improve your ability to communicate with your…

Goal Setting

Setting relevant and precise goals is a recipe for career success—but where do you start? Learn how to choose which…

Giving & Receiving Feedback

Feedback is a two-way street — this course helps prepare you to thoughtfully give and receive constructive feedback with team…

LinkedIn Overview

Learn how to harness all of LinkedIn’s features in order to optimize your job search, expand your network, and maximize…

Informational Interviews

Careers aren’t built alone! Informational interviews are a key tool in your professional toolbelt: learn how to leverage the peers…

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Explore the essential roles and functions you’ll be collaborating with at top companies, then dive into best practices for leading…

Requesting Time Off

Nervous about requesting time off from work? Not sure how to ask your manager? Get the essential information and templates…

Career Exploration

Finding your career path doesn’t have to be a headache! Learn the difference between constructive and overwhelming questions to ask…

Cover Letters

When used correctly, a cover letter can be a valuable companion to your resume. This course will provide the samples…

Interviewing

Prepare to ace the interview! Dive into interview fundamentals, secrets to making a great first impression on employers, and how…

Professional Writing & Organization

Take a deep dive into the unspoken dos and don’ts of professional communication with coworkers, customers, managers, and more! Then,…

Presence & Professionalism

Whether you’re in the office, joining a remote meeting, or attending a work event, how you show up matters! Demystify…

Getting to Know Your Manager & Team

Navigating a new workplace is a challenge. Start your new role with confidence by asking the right questions on (and…

Hiring Process & Offer Evaluation

Upgrade your hire-ability by demystifying the hiring process from application to offer.

Resumes

Get seen by employers and put your best foot forward in the application process by unlocking key hacks and tips…

Alumni Connections

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Briar Harvey

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Mary Heer

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Soren Hamby

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Angela Martin

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Ben Holland-Arlen

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Contact & Location

Phone
352-392-1601
Address

J. Wayne Reitz Union
Suite 1300
PO Box 118507
Gainesville, FL 32611-8507

Career Service Hours

Monday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Tuesday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Wednesday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Thursday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Friday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm

We are located on Level 1 of the Reitz Union.