This info brief looks at research conducted by the Kessler Foundation Center for Autism Research, funded by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR). The brief highlights key findings and implications related to web-based job interview training programs that help autistic young adults build interview skills, identify and communicate their strengths, and improve employment outcomes. The information in this brief is intended for autistic young adults, educators, transition programs, vocational rehabilitation counselors, job coaches, supported employment providers, and workforce development professionals.

Overview

• Autistic young adults may face communication challenges and have limited opportunities to practice job interviews, which can make it harder to find employment.
• KF‑Stride is a web‑based teaching program that helps autistic young adults identify and communicate their strengths to employers.
• Research shows KF‑Stride can help improve interview skills, confidence, and employment‑related outcomes.