Raising awareness and providing resources for individuals with disabilities

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Raising awareness and providing resources for individuals with disabilities

 
POSTED ON Oct 31, 2024
 

NASA celebrated National Disability Employment Awareness Month by holding an information event. 

The presentation highlighted NASA’s initiatives for individuals with disabilities and provided an overview of the NASA Internships program. 

Attendees listened to firsthand accounts from current interns and participated in a Q&A session with NASA interns and specialists.

Event highlights included remarks from an intern who is also an accessibility advocate.

The session explored NASA’s efforts to raise awareness and provide resources for individuals with disabilities. 

Participants gained insights into the NASA Internships program and learned about the application process to discover the various opportunities available.

Additionally, participants heard experiences from current NASA interns in different fields and engaged in a dynamic Q&A session with NASA interns and center specialists to gather valuable insights.

The U.S. Office of Personnel Management shared on social media that Schedule A, a special hiring authority for people with disabilities, is one of the many pathways to federal employment. Learn more about Schedule A, who is eligible, and how to apply.

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