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Volunteer, Part-time and Internships
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By NCLD Editorial Staff
Published: March 9 2009

Many community organizations, social service agencies, and schools accept volunteer help. This is an excellent way for you to get job experience and "try out" a job area to see if it is a good fit for you. Hospitals, fire departments, schools, nursing homes, homeless shelters, community literacy programs, day care centers, and professional associations are just a few of the many organizations that use volunteers to help extend their services.

 

Some of these same organizations, as well as others, offer part-time, paid work. A part-time job is an opportunity to learn about a particular job and to decide if this job matches your interests and abilities. It is also an opportunity to build your marketable skills. When you learn those skills, you can list them on your resume. You might consider part-time job opportunities in retail stores, restaurants, a local newspaper, community centers, travel agencies, or utility companies, to name a few. If possible, select a part-time job that offers you experience in your chosen career. But, no matter what part-time job you take, even if you decide that it's not the ideal job for you, always be sure to do your best. A good reference from your supervisor will be helpful when applying for future jobs.

 

Internships are often available for high school and college students and are typically offered for fixed periods of time, such as a summer breaks or school semesters. Many businesses welcome interns, and these work-based experiences may come with opportunities to earn course credit. Some may also offer a stipend or salary. Check with your guidance counselor or school career center for announcements.
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6 Comments

  1. Hi Spencer--I would use our Resource Locator to find services in your area, perhaps a chapter of the Learning Disabilities Association or your state's vocational rehab office. These could help you get access to programs to help you with your reading and writing. Our Resource Locator is online here: http://www.ncld.org/resource-locator

    Posted by: Kaleigh (NCLD Staff) on Wednesday, 16 November 2011

  2. hello ,I have done p .g diploma in child guidance and family counselling. this is 1 year diploma and related to this diploma i have done 3 month internship with learning disability students. now i want to do job with l.d students.please if you have this facility you give me oppurtunity because i want to do job in this field. Thankyou.

    Posted by: Nisha on Tuesday, 08 November 2011

  3. Hello, I am a 23 year old guy that has been out of school for 4 years now. I have no job and I was on the fast track to being very successful. now I am stuck in my life and don't know where to get the right help to move on in life. I don't have the proper technology to be working on my reading or writing. I need help please contacted me back asap.

    Posted by: Spencer on Sunday, 23 October 2011

  4. Hi Joan...glad your son has found something he likes so much! I don't know of any programs off the top of my head, but my recommendation would be to use our Resource Locator (http://www.ncld.org/resource-locator) as it lists some jobs programs for people with LD...your local chapter of the Learning Disabilities Association might also be able to direct you to some programs or companies in your area who would be interested in your son. Maybe another reader has an idea?

    Posted by: Kaleigh (NCLD Staff) on Thursday, 04 August 2011

  5. My son graduated from high school in 2010. He has a mild learning disability and it has been hard for him to find a job. He is very good with his hands. He has taken one semester of welding and loves it. Is there a company that would take him on for an internship? Or part-time work in another field. He is thinking about going to night school to complete the welding program for his certificate. He is also very good at drawing. Thank you, Joan Luning

    Posted by: joan luning on Monday, 01 August 2011

  6. Volunteer, Part-time and Internships
    Hello, I am senior in college pursuing a bachelor degree in psychology/education. I am inquiring if you offer any internship for the summer, fall or spring or a training program. I want the opportunity to learn and grow with a company. Thank your for your time. Sincerely, Iris Ubidia

    Posted by: Iris Ubidia on Friday, 18 June 2010

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