Dates/Time/Location
Monday, June 15, 2026 through Thursday, June 18, 2026
8:30AM – 3:30PM
Registration deadline: June 8, 2026
Blount Center
530 W University Avenue
Gainesville, FL 32601
Description
Join us for our annual summer employment boot camp.
Work with CARD staff members and professionals from the community to learn:
- What are my skills and strengths?
- What job interests do I have?
- What volunteer opportunities would I consider pursuing?
- How can I seek out and apply for jobs?
- How can I make the best impression at my interview?
- How can I navigate the expectations of my job using time management and stress management skills?
- How can I ensure my dress and hygiene are the best they can be?
- How can I manage the social expectations of my job?
Training Objectives
By the end of Employment Boot Camp, you should be able to:
- Identify your skills and strengths
- Search for jobs and complete job applications
- Complete a successful job interview
- List strategies that can help you navigate sensory and social demands in the workplace
Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be a UF CARD constituent
- Be 18 years of age or older
- Have exited high school
Accommodations
We strive to host accessible events that enable all individuals living in our catchment area* to engage fully. To request accommodations or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Dr. Danielle Liso at 352-265-2241 or card-training@ufl.edu.
Counties Served by UF CARD: Alachua, Bradford, Citrus, Columbia, Dixie, Gilchrist, Hamilton, Hernando, Lafayette, Levy, Marion, Putnam, Suwannee, Union
If you live in a different county in Florida, find your CARD here.
Contact
Danielle Liso
card-training@ufl.edu
352-265-2241