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In 2020, we launched the 100 Black Interns programme to offer paid internship opportunities to Black students and graduates

Opportunities:

10,000 Black Interns Programme

Paid summer internships for a minimum of six weeks, specific start dates will be decided between you and your employer.

Eligibility:

Over 18, Black or of Black heritage (including mixed heritage), AND currently studying at a UK university or recently graduated from a UK university within the last three years.

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Black Professionals UK is a free platform where UK-based Black professionals are equipped with skills and information to be the best they can within their chosen careers, while organisations’ inclusion and diversity ambitions are being met.

Opportunities:

Work placements

Mentoring programme

Job board

Events

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Colorintech was formed in 2016 to encourage more diversity in tech and offer opportunities for BAME individuals in UK and Europe

Opportunities:

Build Accelerator/Founders Programme - free annual programme to help business founders improve their skills and further their planning and reach

Interest can be expressed if applications are unavailable

Eligibility:

UK based English speaker

Ethnic minority background, co-founding role in startup

(Programme last shows 2024 applicant group, current closed for future applications and no current sign of any 2025 applications)

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Knowvate Hub is a community for connecting diverse groups and providing networks and events for members.

Opportunities:

Events

Networking

Video content?

Workshops

(website itself is a bit sparse and seems to mainly keep advertised features behind an account)

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National Graduate Development Programme (NGDP)

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National Graduate Development Programme (NGDP)

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Can't be accessed regularly while clicking around the site. Only year date given on page relates to having a degree qualification by July 2024.

Applications closed Thursday 4th January, corresponds to 2024.

Seems outdated, unsure if you would want me to link to the general African Caribbean Education Network or their other resources/events otherwise

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Access to Work - Government support programme to aid disabled people in starting or staying in employment.

Eligibility:

Reside in Great Britain

aged 16 or older

have a disability or health condition that requires additional aid or support

have a mental health condition that requires additional support

be in preparation for an interview or to begin a paid position

already be in a paid job

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AHEAD is an Irish organisation that provides support for disabled people in gaining access to further education and employment opportunities.

Opportunities:

WAM opportunities - Mentored, paid work for graduates (currently no positions available as of checking webpage)

GetAHEAD - student and graduate network to provide support and aid preparing for job seeking/application

(despite being an Irish service, there doesn't appear to be a specific requirement that only Irish citizens or higher education attendees may partake in the services)

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Ambitious about Autism is a group that supports autistic people and tries to further awareness and understanding about autism for the general public.

Opportunities:

Employ Autism - provides paid work placements, and employment support and resources.

Supported Internships - offers unpaid internships to provide work experience and the chance to learn new skills and qualifications in a business setting.

Eligibility:

Young people aged 16/18-25 (Employ Autism)

Young people aged 19-25 (Supported Internships)

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Blind in Business helps visually impaired or partially sighted students with getting job opportunities. They will also aid employers in providing adequate training, tools, support and environments for visually impaired employees.

Opportunities:

Events

Job opportunities

Specialist technology

Support

Resources to prepare for employment

Free training courses for Young Students and Parents

Alumni Mentoring

Eligibility:

Blind or partially sighted

Parent or carer of a blind or partially sighted individual

Young Students - 13-16

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STAMMA is a support service for people with stammering issues, helping to overcome to societal stigmas that they face due to the perceptions of unclear speech.

Opportunities:

Job related resources and guidance

Employer aid

Eligibility:

Membership (UK only, mailing list globally accessible) - aged 16 and older

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Separate charity spun off from STAMMA after a separate Scottish branch shut down in its history

https://www.scottishstammeringnetwork.org/

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SSN is a volunteer-run charity providing support and advice to people in Scotland who are affected by stammering. We run support groups across Scotland.

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Business Disability Forum is an organisation that provides a community of businesses for disabled people to connect with and encourage disability inclusion in the work place.

Opportunities

Advice Service

Events

Webinars

Research

Resources

Networks

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A government filtered list of businesses that have signed up for the Disability Confident scheme.

The scheme encourages businesses to be more disability friendly, and provides a reassurance to disabled applicants that they will have jobs available to them and be supported in the business.

https://findajob.dwp.gov.uk/search?dc=1&loc=86383

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Evenbreak is a career's support service for disabled applicants

Opportunities/Services

Career Coaching - disabled employees offering assistance in preparing for interviews, CVs or confidence building etc

Events

Mentor support

Webinars

Signposting to additional services elsewhere

Articles with links and advice for graduates

Eligibility

Disabled - mental health, learning difficulty, long term health, neurodiverse

Facing some barrier to entry to work

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Inclusion Scotland is a service by and for disabled individuals offering work placements and trying to raise awareness and influence policy.

Opportunities

Paid internship placements

Job availabilities

Ongoing news updates

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Leonard Cheshire Change 100 offers paid summer internships for disabled applicants.

Eligibilty

Classed as disabled or have a long term health condition under the Equality Act 2010

Be in penultimate or final year of university, or graduated within the last five years

Right to work in UK for summer period

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Jobs for Students & Graduates with disabilities | My Plus

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View our job board for internships, roles, and other opportunities for students and graduates living with disabilities

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Scope is a disability support service and charity all about campaigning for better disability equality and rights, and providing support for disabled individuals as well.

Opportunities

Support to Work is an online and telephone based service for disabled individuals. They provide one to one support and mentoring both during the job searching process and in work support.

Learn at Scope (England and Wales only) is an eLearning service to help applicants understand the process for job applications

Eligibility

16 or older

have internet, email or phone

live in England, Scotland or Wales

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I'm not sure what this page is offering. It says it offers workshops, but there's no details on sign ups, dates or times, online or in person. The specific project was supposedly already completed in 2011, so I don't know if this page remains as a record of what they did for archival purposes, or if they're still doing work. The website copyright is for 2019, and while there is a blog, there's no dates for any of the postings, with the most recently dated piece being a Guide for work in 2023.

Summary: I can't figure out how to access any services and I'm not sure how up to date this site is.

https://www.usemyability.com/

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No matter if you are a student, an employer or university staff, we aim to help you improve your knowledge on disability employment in the UK. According to the Equality Act definition, between 16-19% of the population have a disability. People who have a disability are twice as likely to be unemployed as non-disabled people and we want to change that. Would you like advice on:

developing employability skills?

abilities that underpin employability skills?

impairments that impact on the abilities?

inclusive strategies?

If yes, please get in contact with what you would like to acheive and let us know what one of the following best suits you...

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Employment Advice and Support | Disability & Employment | Use My Ability

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If you have a disability but are looking to step into the world of work, here at Use My Ability we offer support and advice, see what we have to offer...

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Equate Scotland provides support for women to enter STEM related fields

Opportunities

Events

Experiential Learning Programmes - 3-4 day courses teaching practical skills for use in STEM fields

Student Training and Workshops

CareerHub (temporarily unavailable as of checking)

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Where Women Work highlights progressive employers that are willing to take on and support women in the work place. They vet organisations according to 10 criteria.

Opportunities

Internships

Apprenticeships

Graduate careers

Direct contact with verified employers

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Company has been merged with another company; Changing the Chemistry about improving Board Effectiveness. This company tries to promote diversity of thought and provides training and mentoring.

https://www.changingthechemistry.org/s-projects-basic

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AAI EmployAbility to transfer legacy to Changing the Chemistry

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WISE is a service that provides career opportunities to women in STEM fields.

Opportunities

Training and Workshops

Jobs Board

Events

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STEM Women is a networking group, providing careers opportunities for women in STEM fields in the UK and other countries round the world.

Opportunities

Events - emphasis is placed on events and job availability being open to students and graduates studying STEM related courses

Job search

Workshops

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The link on the site is for interviews from women in Tech based jobs to encourage others to enter the field. I don't know if the project was only meant for a year, as the interviews are primarily dated through 2019 and on in early 2020. Is there still merit in linking this page? Should I investigate the larger site for more information that could be shared for its own merit?

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Pink News is a media center focused on LGBTQI+ news and issues

The site features a job board, as well as advertising its own vacancies.

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Stonewall is a leading LGBTQ+ charity providing support for queer people, and fighting for queer rights and opportunities.

Opportunities

UK Workplace Equality Index - a ranking system to represent how inclusive companies and employers across the UK are

Top 100 Employers (2024 webpage) - an extension of the Equality Index, showing the highest ranked employers

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EqualEngineers is a service that tries to encourage more diversity in tech and engineers job spaces.

InterEngineering Network is the LGBTQ+ offshoot under the company umbrella, promoting queer engineers and job opportunities.

Opportunities

Events

Networking

EqualEngineers Pathways Programme - student support and mentoring to prepare for a job until the student graduates

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See Me is a Scottish programme to provide support for mental health and challenge discrimination.

Opportunities

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Centre for Mental Health is a mental health support charity that does research, pushes for policy changes to challenge systemic issues to enable a better quality of life for people struggling with mental health.

Opportunities

Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Training - courses to train workers and leadership skills, provides support for those with mental health problems to get into employment

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A neurodivergent friendly tracker to keep job applications organised and allow users to follow their progress on submitting applications and receiving responses.

https://enna.org/manage-your-job-hunt-with-our-free-neurodivergent-friendly-job-application-tracker/

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Manage Your Job Hunt With Our FREE Neurodivergent-Friendly Job Application Tracker

Embarking on a job search is an exciting journey, and staying organised is key to navigating this process successfully. To empower you in your unique job-seeking adventure, we've created a Neurodivergent-Friendly Job Application Tracker template on Google Sheets. In this blog, we'll guide you through the features of the tracker, highlight why having all your job application details in one place is immensely beneficial, and encourage you to download and personalise this invaluable tool.

Why a Job Application Tracker Matters

1. Your Centralised Information Hub

In the whirlwind of job hunting, it's easy to lose track of the numerous applications you submit across different platforms. This job application tracker serves as your centralised hub, where you can effortlessly manage, organise, and review the status of each application. Having all your information in one place minimises the risk of overlooking essential details.

2. Enhancing Your Organisation and Efficiency

For individuals who thrive on structured routines, an organised approach to job hunting can significantly reduce stress and anxiety. This tracker provides you with a systematic way to input crucial details about each job application, helping you stay on top of deadlines, requirements, and follow-up actions. This enhanced organisation promotes efficiency and a sense of control.

3. Minimising Cognitive Load

Your job hunt involves juggling various tasks-researching roles, tailoring resumes and cover letters, and managing deadlines. This job application tracker minimises cognitive load by providing a visual representation of your progress. It acts as a cognitive scaffold, allowing you to focus on the essential aspects of each application without feeling overwhelmed by scattered information.

Features of the Neurodivergent-Friendly Job Application Tracker

1. Company

Effortlessly keep track of the companies you're applying to. Enter the name to create a comprehensive list for easy reference.

2. Contact Person

Record the contact person's details for each application. This section ensures you have a direct point of contact within the organisation.

3. Job Title

Clearly list the job titles for quick identification of the positions you're pursuing.

4. Location

Keep track of the job's location, and whether it is a remote, hybrid or on-site position.

5. Workplace Address (if needed)

If the job is on-site, write down the workplace address you will be commuting to.

6. Hours

Record the expected working hours associated with each position.

7. Salary

Track the offered salary for each job application, aiding you in evaluating your potential earnings.

8. URL

Insert the URL of the job posting for direct and quick access to the position's details.

9. Closing Date

Keep tabs on the application deadlines to ensure you never miss a crucial submission.

10. Days Left to Apply

Calculate and track the remaining days until the application deadline.

11. Date Applied

Note down the date when you submit your application to keep a precise timeline.

12. 📧 Date Confirmation

Record the date when you receive confirmation of your application submission.

13. Date Latest Reply

Track the date of the most recent communication from the employer.

14. Status

Categorise the status of your application - whether it's in progress, awaiting a response, or successfully completed.

15. Notes

Utilise this section for personal notes, thoughts, or any additional details related to the application or company.

16. Feedback Gained

Record any feedback received throughout the application process, providing valuable insights for future applications.

How to Use Your Job Application Tracker

1. Download Your Personalised Template

Start by downloading your Neurodivergent-Friendly Job Application Tracker template. This downloadable Google Sheets template is easily customisable to suit your specific needs.

2. Input Your Job Details

For each job application, input the relevant details into the designated sections: Job Details, Application Status and Due Date, and Important Notes.

3. Update Your Application Status

As you progress through the application process, update the application status to reflect whether it's submitted, in progress, or awaiting a response.

4. Utilise Colour-Coding

Take advantage of the colour-coded categories to quickly identify the status of each application. This visual element simplifies tracking and reduces cognitive load.

5. Review and Update Regularly

Set aside regular intervals to review and update your tracker. This ensures that your information is current, deadlines are met, and follow-up actions are initiated.

Why You Should Download and Personalise the Tracker

1. Empowerment Through Organisation

By downloading and customising this tracker, you empower yourself with a tool that aligns with your strengths. The structure and visual elements offer a sense of control, allowing you to navigate the job hunt with confidence.

2. Personalisation for Your Unique Needs

The template is not set in stone-it's a starting point for you to tailor according to your preferences. You can add or modify categories, choose colours that resonate with you, and adapt the tracker to match your individual organisational style.

3. Stress Reduction and Focus

A well-organised job application process minimises stress and helps you direct your energy towards crafting impactful applications. By streamlining the tracking process, you can focus on presenting your skills and experiences effectively.

Conclusion: Your Personalised Companion on Your Job Hunt

Your job hunt is a journey, and having the right tools can significantly impact your experience. The Neurodivergent-Friendly Job Application Tracker is more than just a spreadsheet; it's a practical companion designed to align with your preferences and enhance your organisational approach to job hunting.

Download your personalised tracker, make it your own, and let it be a supportive element in your job-seeking toolkit. Remember, your unique strengths are valuable, and an organised approach to the job hunt can amplify your success. Happy job hunting!

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Want an easy way to manage your job applications? This one is specifically curated for neurodivergent job-seekers.

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Auticon takes on autistic individuals and connects them with employers in other companies to do IT-based work on a project by project basis.

Opportunities

Internal job hiring

resources for prospective employees and for employers

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Enna is a company that aims to educate employers and provide neuroinclusive training, while also supporting neurodiverse individuals in getting into employment.

Opportunities

Job board - details each business' inclusive efforts, as well as a small summary of the job role before opening the role listing for more details

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The British Dyslexia Association (BDA) is a support service that aims to raise awareness of and improve the conditions of dyslexic people and those with dyscalculia in the UK.

Opportunities

Helpline for support and advice - includes options for discussing work and applications

Reasonable adjustments guidelines - includes a workplace assessment form/process and examples of what an applicant can ask for

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Dyslexia Scotland is an independent Scottish charity to bring awareness to dyslexia in Scotland and provide support for dyslexics.

Opportunities

Information leaflets for both people with dyslexia and others

Career guidance - meant for parents and educators more than individuals with the condition

Careers journeys - examples from other dyslexic people in careers and additional resources

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Exceptional Minds is a project that explores the barriers faced by neurodivergent people in creative spaces/industry fields, providing resources to help neurodivergent people realise their potential, and employers to understand and become more inclusive.

Opportunities

Guidance for Neurodivergent Creatives is a section of the website providing tips and blog spaces for neurodivergent people.

Resources page with a variety of options including (but not limited to) training opportunities, job listings, job hunting aids, assistive tools for in the workplace, etc. Some listings have separate options for UK-wide and Wales specific

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IWork4Me is a support service for self employed autistic individuals in Scotland.

Opportunities

Business Mentoring Services to provide volunteers to aid in setting up a new business

Links to additional support services

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Employability Skills for Autistic Students and Graduates is a free online course that helps Students understand their skill sets and how to present them to employers, as well as guidance on understanding adverts and how to/whether to disclose your autism.

Requires an account on the website to use

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Creative Access provides support getting people from less privileged backgrounds and under represented groups (socio-economic, disability, ethnic minority etc) into creative industry careers.

Opportunities

Job board

Entry and mid level programmes to support under represented peoples

Eligibility

Definitions for the various classifications supported by the scheme follow the UK government guidelines and are discussed/linked on the FAQ page.