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For many with mental illness, finding a job is not easy and can take more than one attempt to find the right fit. Finding and maintaining employment can feel like a lonely and complicated journey, but you don't have to do it alone. Learn how reasonable accommodations and the ADA can support individuals with mental health conditions in the workplace.

For many with mental illness, finding a job is not easy and can take more than one attempt to find the right fit. Finding and maintaining employment can feel like a lonely and complicated journey, but you don't have to do it alone. Learn how reasonable accommodations and the ADA can support individuals with mental health conditions in the workplace.

Finding and maintaining employment can feel like a lonely journey, but you don't have to do it alone. Having a social network that supports you through each new chapter in life can make a positive difference in your progress. Learn more about social wellness for building support on your path to employment.

For those receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Social Security has a variety of Work Incentives to help the transition into adulthood go as smoothly as possible. Learn about supports and services for those continuing their education or who are preparing to go to work.

For young adults, summer means you're one step closer to graduation and a future of endless possibilities. Use this time to explore your interests and help set your goals for the future. Already graduated? Congratulations! There's still plenty of time to figure out your professional goals.

Your resume got you in the door and you've aced the last round of interviews. Now it's time to prep your references. What you share with your reference is just as important as the information you include on a resume. Do you know how to prep your references to be an effective voice for you?

During the interview process employers might want to know your method for learning new material so they can evaluate how well you might do in their organization. That's why a common interview question asked is: "Tell me about a time when you had to learn something quickly, but knew nothing about it before.

"Why do you want this job?" How you answer this common interview question can be a significant factor in whether you get the job because the employer wants to know if you will add value and be a good fit for their organization. Read this blog for 3 ways to approach your answer.

You know you're a hard worker, and you're ready to enter the workforce. But what if you don't have work experience? Employers won't just take your word for it, so they'll likely ask for references. Learn what you can do if you need a job reference.

You just interviewed for a job that you think would be a perfect fit. You sent in a great resume with experience that matched the qualifications for the position. The interviewers gave you great feedback and you sent them thank you notes. So why didn't you get the job? This blog shares tips that can help.