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Prosper Academy: Pre-Employment Workshop Series


  • Autism Action Partnership 10909 Mill Valley Road Omaha United States (map)

📅 Dates: March 17th - March 20th
Time: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
📍 Location: Autism Action Partnership (10909 Mill Valley Road)
👥 Who Can Join? Young adults with autism (ages 16-21) who want to build job skills and gain confidence for future employment.

About This Workshop

Starting your first job can feel overwhelming—but Prosperity Prep Academy is here to help! This fun and interactive four-day workshop is designed to help young adults with autism explore career paths, develop job search skills, and practice real-world interviews in a supportive and engaging environment.

Led by Prosper Workforce Services job coaches and Prosper Academy instructors, this series is filled with hands-on activities and tailored games that will prepare you for success in the workplace.

What to Expect:

Day 1: Exploring Careers & Finding Your Path

  • Learn about different job industries and career options.

  • Participate in career exploration games and create a vision board for your future.

Day 2: Hard Skills for Job Searching

  • Learn how to search for jobs, fill out applications, and build a resume (no experience needed—we’ll provide templates!).

  • Take part in a Job Hunt Scavenger Hunt to explore real job postings.

Day 3: Work Experience & Interview Prep

  • Learn about volunteer opportunities and job support programs that can help you after graduation.

  • Get ready for a mock interview challenge by reviewing real job postings and practicing common interview questions.

Day 4: The “You’re Hired!” Challenge (Final Activity)

  • Take part in a full hiring simulation where you will:
    ✅ Apply for a job
    ✅ Participate in a mock interview
    ✅ Play the role of an employer and help decide who gets “hired”!

  • Celebrate your progress with the Prosper Pledge—a personalized career goal to take with you.

🎓 Upon Completion: Participants will receive a Pre-Employment Skills Training Certificate from Prosper Workforce Services, which can be added to their resume as employment experience.

🔹 Limited to 8 participants—secure your spot today!

Questions? Contact aanderson@autismaction.org

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