Ticket to Work Blog

Finding and maintaining employment can feel like a lonely journey, but you don't have to do it alone. Having a social network that supports you through each new chapter in life can make a positive difference in your progress. Learn more about social wellness for building support on your path to employment.

Virtual job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual career fair.

For those receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Social Security has a variety of Work Incentives to help the transition into adulthood go as smoothly as possible. Learn about supports and services for those continuing their education or who are preparing to go to work.

For young adults, summer means you're one step closer to graduation and a future of endless possibilities. Use this time to explore your interests and help set your goals for the future. Already graduated? Congratulations! There's still plenty of time to figure out your professional goals.

Your resume got you in the door and you've aced the last round of interviews. Now it's time to prep your references. What you share with your reference is just as important as the information you include on a resume. Do you know how to prep your references to be an effective voice for you?

During the interview process, employers want to know how you set and approach achieving your goals. That's why "Tell me about a goal you set and how you achieved it," is a common interview question. In this blog, we provide ways to approach this and any other behavioral interview question with a few easy tips.

Virtual job fairs give you the chance to engage with potential employers and learn about job openings from the comfort of your own home. This month we're exploring some additional online tools you can use to advance your job search. Jumpstart your career and make progress toward reaching your work goals by attending a virtual career fair.

During the interview process employers might want to know your method for learning new material so they can evaluate how well you might do in their organization. That's why a common interview question asked is: "Tell me about a time when you had to learn something quickly, but knew nothing about it before.

"Why do you want this job?" How you answer this common interview question can be a significant factor in whether you get the job because the employer wants to know if you will add value and be a good fit for their organization. Read this blog for 3 ways to approach your answer.

Social Security disability benefits (SSDI/SSI) overpayments happen when you receive a higher benefit payment from Social Security than what you were due for that month. If you no longer receive disability benefits but need to pay back an overpayment, you have a new online option for making payments.