The Workforce Recruitment Program (WRP) is a recruitment and referral program that connects federal and interested private-sector employers nationwide with college students, graduate students and recent graduates with disabilities who are eager to demonstrate their abilities in the workplace through internships or permanent jobs.
The WRP is an excellent way for students and recent graduates with disabilities in all fields of study to:
- Get access to Federal Government jobs and internships nationwide. Employers can contact program participants directly about positions that match their skills and qualifications.
- Participate in career development activities and take their resume and federal application to the next level.
- Expand their knowledge of Federal Government employment, including the Schedule A hiring authority for people with disabilities.
- Explore career and disability services resources at their school to support their WRP application.
Important Dates:
- August 17, 2026 - Student and recent graduate registration opens
- September 9, 2026 – Student Webinar: WRP Application 101
- October 4, 2026 - Student and recent graduate registration closed
- Mid-November 2026 – Eligible candidates are invited to complete the WRP application (candidates will have 30 days to complete their Talent Program profiles once invited)
- December 2026 – Database released to federal employers for one year
Career Development Week
A special three-part webinar series designed specifically for WRP participants will be held November 2–5, 2026. Hosted by WRP staff and guest speakers, these sessions are designed to support career development, strengthen federal employment readiness, and help you prepare for success in the workplace.
Webinar Schedule:
- Monday, November 2 from 2:00–3:30 p.m. (CT): Landing the Job: Mastering Your Two-Page Resume
- Presented by the Office of Personnel Management
- Learn how to craft a standout federal resume, navigate USAJOBS, and pursue federal employment.
- Wednesday, November 4 from 2:00–3:30 p.m. (CT): Navigating Disability in the Workplace
- Presented by the Job Accommodation Network
- Understand disability disclosure, reasonable accommodations, and workplace support.
- Thursday, November 5 from 2:00–3:30 p.m. (CT): Charting Your Path: Federal Career Journeys in Their Own Words
- Panel of current federal employees
- Hear firsthand insights on federal career paths and strategies for professional growth.
ASL interpreters and automated captions will be provided. To request additional reasonable accommodations, please email wrp@dol.gov by October 26, 2026.
Reserve your spot today and register for WRP Career Development Week. Registration is required to attend.