David's Story

David wasn't earning the wages he wanted after the workshop at Madison Haywood closed last year. So, he found a new job, that he likes, on his own!

Brad's Internship at DIDD

Watch Brad's video where he tells you how he is taking new skills he learned with DIDD's communications department into the workforce.

Andrea's Story

Andrea's attention to detail and artistic talent make her a great fit for her 2 jobs with HealthStream and Nashville Predators

Billy's Story

A love for McDonald's coffee turns into an empowering employment opportunity for Billy in Northeast Tennessee!

Transition School to Work

Transition School to Work programs at Dobyns-Bennett High School and dozens of other schools across the state set the expectation for independence, empowerment, and employment.

Chrystal's Story

Chrystal's passion for animals makes her perfect for her job as a veterinary assistant in Memphis.

Peach and Brittenee's Internship

Peach and Brittenee gained meaningful experience and networking opportunities at their internship with the Tennesssee Department of Economic and Community Development.

Employment on Campus at UT Martin

People with disabilities are an integral part of the workforce for Sodexo's operation at the University of Tennessee Martin.
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Employment Stories


Open Line Employment Stories

Unique McElroy Joshua Weakley Mark Kinley
Eugene Malkin
 David Anderson
 Donna Bingham 
Randy Ray Alice Megan
Nate Riddle    


Employment Story Videos

DIDD produces employment story videos to highlight the many ways Tennesseans with disabilities are finding meaningful, competitive, and integrated job opportunities in their own communities. To watch the videos, click on the images below. 

Amber's Employment Story YMCA East
Alicia Brown at Project SEARCH
Daniel Mirtes Thrives in IT
DIDD Intern Morgan Thompson
Carl's Job and Enabling Tech
Kristie at Walgreens
MTRO Employment Interview Fair
Brad's Internship at DIDD
David at Walgreens
Billy at McDonald's
Andrea at HealthStream and Predators
TNECD Interns
Sodexo at UT Martin
Transition School to Work: Dobyns-Bennett High School
CJ at Taziki's
Chrystal at Cloverleaf Animal Clinic