As organizations compete for early career talent, college students and recent graduates with disabilities remain one of the most overlooked talent pools. Many employers are eager to hire this emerging workforce but struggle to build meaningful campus connections, create accessible recruiting experiences, and retain new hires once they join the organization.
Drawing on insights from NOD research, this session explores practical strategies for strengthening disability-inclusive recruiting and creating workplace cultures where early career talent can thrive.
SESSION FOCUS WILL EXPLORE:
- The top reasons recruiters struggle when recruiting students with disability—and how to fix it
- Practical ways to create more accessible recruiting, interviewing, and internship experiences
Featuring:
Event Details:
Date: Thursday, Aug. 13
Time: 1:00-1:30 PM EST
Location: Zoom
MODERATOR
Lorena Chelaru
Human Resources & Operations Manager, NOD
Lorena Chelaru is Human Resources & Operations Manager at NOD, leading HR initiatives and operational excellence. She brings experience in program evaluation, youth development, and community engagement, with degrees in Community Development, Planning, and Psychology.
PANELIST
Margaret Ling
Senior Manager, Partnerships, NOD
Margaret Ling is Senior Manager of Partnerships at NOD, advising Leadership Council members on disability inclusion. She leads NOD’s Virtual Career Fair, connecting students and alumni with disabilities to employers, and manages Workforce Solutions initiatives that help organizations build more inclusive workplaces.