Published on 12, July, 2020
I know that I can do a good job when given the chance, but I struggle so much with interviews that it prevents me from getting a job. It is likely the reason why I have only had temporary employment over the last 10 years or so. Can anyone relate? Any advise?
Hello @Ruby
Thank you for sharing this with the community. I'm sorry to hear that you're struggling with the interview process. You may find it useful to have a look at our information on seeking employment, which includes advice around disclosing autism to an employer and managing the interview process: https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/topics/employment/seeking-work
I hope this helps,
Chloe Mod
The advice is useless. the only way to get employed on the spectrum when you can't learn to overcome interviews process is by requesting and being exploited for work experience so the company or manager can get to know you. even then their is very slim chance they'll offer you a chance at a job .
There is no technique or skills that can be learned when interviewing because there isn't a universal system. Autism has social and communication complexities and sometime potential employers interpret it as dishonest or fill that you as a candidate is off or something not quite right.
I can say this because i have exhausted every employment support service in my local area.