Many people with neurological conditions such as autism spectrum disorder and dyslexia have extraordinary skills, including in pattern recognition, memory, and mathematics. Yet they often struggle to fit the profiles sought by employers. A growing number of companies, including SAP, Hewlett-Packard Enterprise, and Microsoft, have reformed their HR processes in order to access neurodiverse talent—and are seeing productivity gains, quality improvement,

AuSM offers neurodiversity-affirming, inclusive employment opportunities in Minnesota, with options for remote and hybrid work in a supportive St. Paul office environment.

The Autism Society's employment initiative supports the journey of Autistics towards fulfilling employment through a variety of resources. For Autistic job seekers, we provide comprehensive guides and tools designed to help you navigate the employment process.

Families and support networks can access resources to assist their loved ones in finding suitable work.

AWN's guide to voting has specific information and resources for disabled voters, BIPOC voters, trans/nonbinary voters, and more to help you exercise your right to vote.

Highland Friendship Club helps teens and adults with disabilities make friends, learn new skills and connect with their community.

JAN is the leading source of free, expert, and confidential guidance on workplace accommodations for job seekers (when you're looking for a job), employees (once you find a job), entrepreneurship (when you work for yourself), as well as federal, state and local resources.

As a nonprofit, social enterprise manufacturer, we create corrugated packaging solutions. Our inclusive environment includes people with disabilities working side-by-side with people without disabilities. Jobs range from leadership and administration to line supervisors and assemblers. MDI provides support for individuals with disabilities looking to obtain and maintain job opportunities at MDI or elsewhere.

Contact:
3501 Broadway St. NE. Ste. 100
Minneapolis, MN 55413
651.999.8200
info@mdi.org

Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) provides support, community, and public policy advocacy, by and for people on the autism spectrum.

This directory of businesses and organizations is searchable by categories like Advocacy, Legal & Financial,

A nationwide database that contains over 45,000 resources and provides individuals and families with local resources that service a variety of needs from early intervention through adult care. It is searchable by state or by zip code. Resources are organized in over 75 categories.

We provide Autism employment supports nationwide via Zoom-based services. We help with resumé building / mock interviews / and career guidance. We also reach out to businesses to secure jobs.
We have placed Neurodivergent individuals in many types of jobs in several states across the country.

105 High Street, 2C
Bristol, Connecticut 06010
323.405.0354
info@clearweavejobs.com

Highand Friendship Club's programs include community engagement, artistic opportunities, health & wellness, and fun with friends

We provide customized employment services for people with disabilities by serving one person at a time, insisting on integrated work settings, focusing on strengths, paying no less than minimum wage, and never giving up on the expectation of progress. Our only requirement is the desire to work.

Contact:
223 Little Canada Road E. Suite 100
Little Canada, MN 55117
651-224-6974
info@kaposia.com

Vocational Rehabilitation Services (VRS) can help you prepare for, find and keep a job, and live as independently as possible. Our mission is to empower Minnesotans with disabilities to achieve their goals for employment, independent living and community integration. We do this by offering training, preparation and workplace accommodations.

AuSM' Coffee Club is a space where autistic and neurodiverse adults can connect with each other, foster friendships, and build community while enjoying a favorite beverage and/or snack. Adults are welcome to bring items that make them feel comfortable, can stay as long as they’d like, stim, and parallel play. We ask that participants purchase something from our venues.

Adult Coffee Club meets the second Tuesday of each month. The club meets from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Dogwood Coffee in St Paul (2700 University Ave W, Suite 100, St Paul, MN 55114).

We all grieve differently. There are many ways that people react, and your feelings after a death or non-death loss may be difficult to identify. Your reactions may be different from those around you.
The information in this website portal may help you, as an autistic adult, cope with and communicate your grief and loss. Choose from written material, videos, and social stories.

Autistic Women & Nonbinary Network (AWN) seeks to share information which works to build acceptance and understanding of disability, while dispelling stereotypes and misinformation which perpetuate unnecessary fears surrounding an autism diagnosis.

We use chiropractic and nutrition based medicine to help ASD or sensory processing disorders manage symptoms and improve life quality.

Contact
373 George Street
Excelsior MN 55331
952.474.3359
empowerwellnesscenter@gmail.com

Hire Autism is a free program led and run by the Organization for Autism Research. With an active jobs board, and by offering resources for employers and job seekers alike, Hire Autism aims to expand opportunities for autistic individuals and serve as a continuing resource for them in their workplaces.

We offer a specialized Permit Prep Program developed and led by a licensed Special Education Instructor and certified Driving Instructor who understands diverse learning needs.