A Wide Net Cast a wide net, especially for your first job. In order to get your foot in the door, you may have to take a job that is less than your ideal, or put together two part-time jobs. In Your Job Search Use a variety of resources in your job search, such as friends, professors, on-line job banks, vocational rehabilitation counselors and your university placement office. Practice Interviewing Practice interviewing with family and friends.
Most schools have career centers which do mock interviews even for alumni.
Be able to confidently answer questions about your disability and accommodation needs, and how you will perform the essential functions of the job. The Time Is Right Disclose your disability when you feel the time is right. One strategy is to disclose after an interview has been arranged. Do Your Homework Do your homework. The knowledge will give you an understanding of the organization and allow you to impress the interviewer.