Kickstart Student Careers with
KC Special Recruits.

KC Special Recruits handles everything – from securing your job placement to providing ongoing coaching for success. Kansas funds up to 240 hours of paid work experience, while we ensure you have the training and support needed to thrive at your worksite.

Merit Winner 2024
Category – Non-Traditional Talent Pools 

Heather, Parent

Lawrence, KS

My son Aiden used this program, and he gained so much insight and confidence about going into a job interview and getting a job. He was hired on after the program hours ended and I am happy to say, he is still employed with the same company. Id highly recommend KC Special Recruits.

Aiden, Student

Lawrence, KS

I had a great experience with Edie. She was very good about explaining how everything worked.

Vanessa, Parent

Shawnee, KS

KC Special Recruits is a wonderful program for individuals with disabilities, to seek employment training. Ms. Howard, who is the director over the program, is fantastic with her hard work and dedication towards the program. We need this type of experience for students with disabilities.  

Marshall, Student

Shawnee, KS

KC Special Recruits is Awesome. They are smart about finding jobs for people with disabilities. The experience was great. I enjoyed it.

Dolly, Parent

Gardner, KS

KC Special Recruits offers a great service. Edie is very pleasant and caring. In addition to job placements, she ensures that job training and job coaching is available. I appreciate that she walked us through the whole process and kept checking in regularly. This personalized approach is top notch.

Nathan, Student

Gardner, KS

My experience was great. This was my first job. I was able to write a clear resume and go through my job interview successfully.

Leo, Student

Lawrence, KS

I think it was definitely fun. She was very nice and she helped me find a job real quick and she was lovely to talk to.

Merit Winner 2024
Category – Non-Traditional Talent Pools 

Heather, Parent

Lawrence, KS

My son Aiden used this program, and he gained so much insight and confidence about going into a job interview and getting a job. He was hired on after the program hours ended and I am happy to say, he is still employed with the same company. Id highly recommend KC Special Recruits.

Aiden, Student

Lawrence, KS

I had a great experience with Edie. She was very good about explaining how everything worked.

Vanessa, Parent

Shawnee, KS

KC Special Recruits is a wonderful program for individuals with disabilities, to seek employment training. Ms. Howard, who is the director over the program, is fantastic with her hard work and dedication towards the program. We need this type of experience for students with disabilities.  

Marshall, Student

Shawnee, KS

KC Special Recruits is Awesome. They are smart about finding jobs for people with disabilities. The experience was great. I enjoyed it.

Dolly, Parent

Gardner, KS

KC Special Recruits offers a great service. Edie is very pleasant and caring. In addition to job placements, she ensures that job training and job coaching is available. I appreciate that she walked us through the whole process and kept checking in regularly. This personalized approach is top notch.

Nathan, Student

Gardner, KS

My experience was great. This was my first job. I was able to write a clear resume and go through my job interview successfully.

Leo, Student

Lawrence, KS

I think it was definitely fun. She was very nice and she helped me find a job real quick and she was lovely to talk to.

KC Special Recruits handles everything – from securing your job placement to providing ongoing coaching for success. Kansas funds up to 240 hours of paid work experience, while we ensure you have the training and support needed to thrive at your worksite.

For Students (16-21) with Disabilities…Check This OUT!

  • KC Special Recruits will find a great work experience for you.  
  • Get paid, learn valuable job skills, and showcase your abilities for a future employer.  
  • Work 12 hours – 40 hours per week.
  • Job coach will train you on your position.
  • You will learn:  hands-on job skills, customer service skills, time management skills, and effective business communication.

For Employers…GREAT News!

  • The state of Kansas will pay for the first 240 hours of employment plus provide all insurance including liability and workers’ compensation.  
  • Receive real and needed work completed 
  • Future, potential employees are trained to your specifications.
  • Hire or release your student at any time.
  • Provide your company employees the opportunity to learn and grow from diversity.
  • Help very special workforce recruits with their employment journey.

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