Get Hired with Andrew Seaman Unlocking Opportunities for Job Seekers on the Autism Spectrum
Oct 22, 2025
In this discussion, Dr. Helen Genova, Associate Director at the Kessler Foundation, shares her expertise on supporting autistic adults in the job market. She addresses the high unemployment rates for this demographic and discusses the specific challenges they face, such as interview anxiety and communication barriers. Helen emphasizes the importance of showcasing unique strengths and turning passions into job skills. She also provides tips on maintaining motivation with SMART goals and highlights the low-cost accommodations that can create more inclusive workplaces.
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Autism And Employment Gap
- Adults with autism face dramatically higher unemployment rates than the general population.
- Many autistic adults want to work and can be exceptional employees when barriers are addressed.
Practice Interviews To Reduce Anxiety
- Practice common interview questions repeatedly to reduce social anxiety and build confidence.
- Prepare by identifying employable strengths so you can present relevant skills in interviews.
Turn Passions Into Transferable Skills
- Translate special interests into transferable workplace skills when describing yourself to employers.
- Focus on strengths like deep research ability rather than irrelevant hobby details.