Date/Location:

October 28, 2026

Description:

This webinar with Laureen Summers will share lessons learned from the decades-long program, including how to build relationships and work with employers. Explore examples of successful internships in industry, government, and university programs, along with the supports and accommodations that made them possible. Learn why accessibility and persistence matter in STEM fields. Finally, find out how the Entry Point! program is changing and how students can get involved.

Speakers:

Laureen Summers

Learning Outcomes:

Understand and identify two reasons why internship programs for students with disabilities are important in pursuing a professional career.

Describe three examples of successful workplace accommodations for individuals with physical disabilities.

List two employer concerns about hiring student interns with disabilities.

Summarize three strategies for building successful partnerships in industry and university research programs.

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CEUs This activity is offered for up to 0.1 CEUs (1 hour of instruction). To register for CEUs:

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