Journal of Contemporary Issues in Business and Government

Abstract

The difficulty faced by people with disabilities (PWDs) in the job market is an
issue that must be taken seriously. Career transition is a program that can provide an
opportunity for students with disabilities (SWDs) to acquire relevant skills and gain work
experience before entering the real world of work. Through the career transition program
(CTP), the SWDs will undergo an internship program for a specified time after mastering
the required job-related skills. However, family engagement is important in ensuring the
success of this program. Family engagement included three aspects which are family
involvement, family empowerment, and family preparation. The internship at the actual
workplace has provided the platform for the SWDs not only to experience real working life
but also to build their capabilities that meet the requirements and demands of the
employers, this article discusses how families need to understand their role in CTP so that
the internship program can have a positive impact on PWDs. Further research suggestions
are also discussed in this article.