Employment Resources | Youth for Neurodiversity

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Youth for Neurodiversity

Breaking barriers, celebrating differences, championing strengths, & mobilizing allies!

Training, Employment, & Entrepreneurship Resources

With over 50K+ neurodivergent users, 8+ Fortune 500 companies, across 50 states in America, Mentra is a unique provider that combines "technical skills, cognitive strengths, workplace preferences, and personality traits." Primary verticals are AI, Cybersecurity, Data Center, Software Engineering, and more are being added.

Jobs for Humanity "paves the way to a fairer future for all by connecting historically underrepresented talent to welcoming employers." Their website shows job openings as well as training for creating resume & cover letter, networking on LinkedIn, preparing for an interview, how to follow up, and more!

Vanderbilt University's Frist Center for Autism & Innovation website has a lot of resources.

Job Coaching and Skills Assessment

Neurodiversity Employment Database

Other resources

Neurodiversity Network consolidates resources for neurodivergent job seekers and students, employers & universities, & the community.

Stanford Neurodiversity Project Empower to Employment (E2E): “Training and Resources for Success in the Workplace are materials designed to help job coaches, employment specialists, employers, and families of neurodiverse/neurodivergent individuals. These resources build awareness about neurodiversity, provide guidance on work preparation, and share practical support strategies grounded in research and real-life experiences.”

NEA believes "diverse minds make for limitless possibilities." NEA coaches "help with finding out all the exciting things you want to do with your business, working with you to prioritize and plan, and then meeting with you every month to check-in on how you’re getting on." With initiatives such as NeuroSpark, ThriveND, and more, neurodivergent entrepreneurs or those exploring ideas receive tailored training to overcome "feelings of overwhelm, rejection sensitivity, and imposter syndrome" and are part of a community.

Janus Innovation Hub partnered with Vanderbilt University's The Frist Center for Autism and Innovation to launch "a 6-month incubation program supporting startups focused on creating meaningful impact for individuals on the autism spectrum." They also have a Venture Nurture Program for first-gen immigrant entrepreneurs.

Neurodiversity Hub aims to provide opportunities for neurodiverse students and training to become work-ready, and build connections with organizations that value their talents.

HAAPE (Helping Autistic Adults Perform & Excel) is a training and employment facilitator. HAAPE offers "comprehensive training by industry and educational partners who understand the needs of autistic individuals." These include vocational training and skill development workshops. HAAPE provides financial aid to qualified candidates.

Meristem's Transformative Autism Program, developed from input from young autistic adults, trains employers in California, and provides job seekers with "virtual community events, resources, and open jobs from employer partners."

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Based in Bay Area, California, Inclusive World provides person-centered training & employment. Training includes academic (computer programming, functional math, budgeting & money management), safety awareness (cybersecurity, public spaces), social (conversational skills, teamwork), health & wellness, experiential (real-world projects), & job-seeking (resume, interviews, etc.).

BuildABLE academy offers industry-ready, neurodiverse training in skilled trades, direct to employment pathways, and ongoing support for sustainable careers. Trades include Auto Mechanics, Carpentry, HVAC, Manufacturing, Technology, and Welding.

If you know of more resources, let us know!

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