In a press release from yesterday, Ford announced a new collaboration with the Autism Alliance of Michigan that seeks to provide individuals with autism opportunities to gain work experience and on-the-job training. Kicking off June 1, the pilot program is known as FordInclusiveWorks, and will provide work roles in Ford's product development organization.
Ford created five new positions in product development designed to meet the skills and capabilities of those with autism. Ford will evaluate participants for future employment with the company. If the company sees a potential fit, the individual will enter the standard recruiting process.
“We are truly excited to be collaborating with Ford on this pilot program,” says Colleen Allen, president and CEO, Autism Alliance of Michigan. “For so many individuals with autism spectrum disorder, getting and keeping a job is a challenge. Often, companies lack understanding of the unique characteristics associated with autism, which can be challenging, and unfortunately this can lead to perceptions of a poor fit for the individual and coworkers. I applaud Ford for taking these critical steps to understand autism, and for giving those who have struggled to find competitive employment real career opportunities that could be life changing for them.”
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