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For more than 100 years, Goodwill has created opportunities for people facing multiple barriers to employment. When someone needs help finding a job, we are right there in the neighborhood. Our job assistance programs and career training opportunities help connect job seekers to the skills and supportive services they need to thrive.
Free job search and resume help
Goodwill Workforce Connection Centers are free and open to anyone in the community ages 16+. We provide many helpful services to job seekers, including:
- Professional resume writing assistance
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- Regularly scheduled employer hiring events and job fairs
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Thanks to the revenue generated from the sales of donated goods in our retail stores, there is no charge for any of the job assistance programs or services offered at Goodwill Workforce Connection Centers.
Job Training Opportunities
We offer intensive training opportunities and supportive services for a variety of careers. Our free vocational training includes in-depth classroom instruction and practical hands-on experience. Our employment training programs teach workplace skills such as problem-solving, decision-making, and teamwork. In addition, we offer individualized instruction based on abilities and experience.
Connecting workers to jobs that are hiring
Goodwill TalentBridge , a full-service staffing and job placement agency, works with local employers and community partners to connect workers with full-time, part-time, and temporary job opportunities.
Goodwill connects job seekers and employers with job openings in Kenosha County, WI. Services at the Kenosha County Job Center include:
- Childcare coordination
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Accelerate Chicago is a program that combines free access to Microsoft training through community partners, including Goodwill. Microsoft Accelerate empowers job seekers to learn new digital skills.
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When you visit a Goodwill Career Center, you’re treated as more than just a number. You’re a person with unique skills, interests and desires. Our Career Centers offer computer access, resume review, job search support, course enrollment , family stability assistance , the opportunity to meet with a career navigator and more! Each Career Center is equipped with knowledgeable staff who can assist you as you work to launch your next career.
Career Centers:
5301 Wilkinson Boulevard Charlotte, NC 28208 (704) 372-3434
To get started accessing our free training programs and services , walk in to our Charlotte Career Center or fill out our intake form then follow the prompts.
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
116 Armstrong Street Gastonia, NC 28054 (704) 916-1610
To get started accessing our free training programs and services , walk in to our Gastonia Career Center or fill out our intake form then follow the prompts.
Other Locations Offering Services:
Our client services are being offered exclusively online and by phone. Request services by calling (704) 916-1608; for services in Gastonia and Concord, call (704) 916-1610.
Shelby (NC Works) 404 E. Marion St. Shelby, NC 28150 (704) 916-1610 Ext. 6003
Lincolnton (NC Works)
529 N. Aspen St. Lincolnton, NC 28092 (704) 916-1610 Ext. 6003
Rock Hill (SC Works)
454 S. Anderson Rd., Suite 22 Rock Hill, SC 29730 (704) 756-1089
Chester (SC Works)
115 Reedy St. Chester, SC 29706 (704) 756-1089
Lancaster (SC Works)
705 N. White St. Lancaster, SC 29720 (704) 756-1089
North Mecklenburg (Ada Jenkins Center)
212 Gamble St. Davidson, NC 28036 (704) 916-1610 Ext. 6003
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Goodwill’s Career Services enable job seekers to access a wide range of free employment and training programs and services where and when they need them.
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Goodwill’s Career Services begin with an evaluation conducted by a Career Navigator to learn about you and determine which services will be most useful. Our Career Navigator will then assist in your job search, from online classes and training to webinars, virtual and drive-thru job fairs, and preparing for interviews—in person, or from the convenience of your home. To connect with an experienced career specialist, email or contact your nearest Career Center .
Meet with a career navigator to discuss your future. Planning may include determining your career interests, building your resume, and addressing personal needs to help you achieve your goals. This individualized process may also include educational, transportation, and childcare assistance.
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Obtain the skills you need to pursue your job and career goals. Skill-building may include short-term credentials to advance your career as well as community and university degree programs. Goodwill services are free, but there may be fees charged by our community college partners. In these cases, tuition assistance is available for those who qualify.
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Your career navigator can assist you in finding the right job for you through preparing to succeed in job market. Equally important, assistance is provided in developing a career pathway for continued growth and advancement.
If you wish to apply for a job working for Goodwill, please visit Job Openings .
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Ability services.
Goodwill’s Ability Services Program provides training and job placement assistance for persons with disabilities. The self-paced format offers assessment and planning, career coaching, resume preparation, Career Readiness Certification, wellness support, and education, job readiness, and skills training. All services are free, and no referral is needed. To learn more, email or call the location nearest you:
Buncombe County 828-298-9023 Catawba County 828-465-0371 Forsyth County 336-724-3621 Iredell County 704-873-5005
Access Center
The Access Center offers a unique opportunity for adults to earn their high school diplomas, GED, or HSE. Students receive individualized services and support from a career coach to help guide their process to success and job placement assistance. In addition, they receive help from instructors in coursework while earning a credential in a skill area that is in high demand with employers. To contact the Access Center nearest you, please call the numbers below or email .
- In Asheville, the Access Center is offered in partnership with Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College (A-B Tech) 828-298-9023
- In Morganton, the Access Center is offered in partnership with Western Piedmont Community College 828-448-6156
- In Statesville, the Access Center is offered in partnership with Mitchell Community College 704-873-5005
- In Winston-Salem, the Access Center is offered in partnership with Forsyth Technical Community College 336-724-3621
Interested in learning more about the Access Center? Fill out this short interest form and a career coach will follow up with you.
Career Connections
Goodwill’s Career Connections Centers offer free, personalized services to aid in your job search including resume-writing assistance, skills assessment, career coaching, access to computers, help with interviewing skills, and job placement services. Some locations are operated in partnership with the NCWorks system. For more information, email or connect with a Career Navigator .
NCWorks Career Centers
Goodwill is the one-stop operator for NCWorks in seven counties in partnership with Piedmont Triad Regional Workforce Board. These counties include Davie, Forsyth, Stokes, Surry, and Yadkin. Goodwill Industries of Central NC partners to provide services in Caswell and Rockingham Counties. In partnership with the High Country Workforce Board, Goodwill provides services in centers in Alleghany, Ashe, Watauga, and Wilkes Counties.
The services offered through these partnerships include an array of employment and educational services for both youth and adults funded primarily through the Workforce Investment Opportunity Act (WIOA). In addition, WIOA funding supports youth programming in Buncombe and Transylvania counties. NCWorks Career Centers are a resource for anyone who is eligible to work in North Carolina. Job seekers are offered a variety of no-cost resources, including career advising, training opportunities, and access to job listings. For more information, email or call 336-464-0520 . To register online or to find the NCWorks location nearest you, visit ptrc.org .
Professional Center
At Goodwill’s Professional Center in Winston-Salem, professionals seeking a competitive edge in their job search can receive free assistance with networking skills, interviewing strategies, salary negotiation, social media, and image consulting. The Center also provides career transition services for companies and can connect employers to qualified candidates. The center is located at Goodwill’s headquarters, 2701 University Parkway in Winston-Salem. For more information, email or call 336-724-3621 ext. 11383.
The Prosperity Center
The Prosperity Center is as a United Way collaborative of Goodwill Industries of Northwest North Carolina and Financial Pathways of the Piedmont addressing needs identified to assist individuals and families improve their financial stability and economic status. The Center provides vocational and financial training and coaching. As clients learn to improve their earned income, realize available work support income, and manage all their income, they are better prepared to improve their financial status and weather economic storms. We know that people will experience ups and downs in their economic journey; our goal is that they are better equipped to rebound from the downs when they happen. The center is located at Goodwill’s Regional Operations Center, 2760 Peters Creek Parkway in Winston-Salem. For more information, email or call 336-201-0800 .
Project Re-entry
The mission of Project Re-entry is to provide transition services for former offenders returning to Alexander, Buncombe, Catawba, Forsyth, Davidson, Davie, Henderson, Iredell, Rowan, Stokes, Surry, Wilkes, and Yadkin counties after serving active prison sentences. Project Re-entry works with the NC Department of Public Safety to provide a system of pre- and post-release services that begin with inmates up to eighteen months prior to release. Long-term services continue after the inmates are released.
Goodwill partners with the Piedmont Triad Regional Council to offer employment and training services that help former offenders find jobs and become productive members of the community. Project Re-entry also works with former offenders in the community that are within 30 days of their release from any state or federal prison facility. In the last year alone, approximately 400 former offenders have secured employment through the Project Re-entry program. Email for more information or call 336-724-3621 .
Skill Building
Goodwill provides an array of targeted skills training programs, largely in partnership with the community college system. These short-term programs train students to become employable in high-demand fields such as healthcare, customer service, and hospitality industries, trades skills such as welding, office technology, culinary, professional truck driver training, and many others. Students may also choose to take stackable credentials in some locations so that they can enter the workforce with one credential and add training or credentials to their career track while working.
Skills training classes are offered in Buncombe, Catawba, Davidson, Forsyth, Haywood, Henderson, Iredell, and Rowan Counties. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify.
Email to learn more.
Veterans Services
Goodwill’s Veterans Services Program provides holistic services to enhance the lives of veterans and their families through Goodwill programming and in collaboration with like-minded partners. Employment and training services are offered at no cost, including assessment and planning, career coaching, resume preparation assistance, LinkedIn profile set up, job skills training (scholarships available), job placement, and connections to other community resources. Email to learn more.
Youth Programs
Goodwill offers a variety of free, year-round services to help youth ages 14 to 24 reach their full potential, both vocationally and academically. Some of the services include job readiness training, paid work experience opportunities, communication skills training, individual career plans, assistance in obtaining a high school diploma or GED, and access to other resources needed for future success. Offered in partnership with other community organizations, these programs walk students through the steps of self-discovery and get them on the path to vocational and educational success. Email to learn more.
Crosby Scholars Community Partnership
The Crosby Scholars Community Partnership is an affiliate organization of Goodwill Industries of Northwest North Carolina. The two organizations have shared goals in that Crosby Scholars helps remove barriers to college and Goodwill helps remove barriers to employment – lack of education is increasingly becoming the primary barrier to employment. Crosby Scholars currently serves Forsyth, Iredell, and Rowan Counties. Visit www.crosbyscholars.org for more information.
Foster Youth Programs
Goodwill partners with Buncombe County Health and Human Services to offer the ECHO program, designed to help foster youth build a network of relevant services to establish ongoing connections with family, friends, mentors, the community, employment, education, financial assistance, skills training, and other resources to facilitate the transition to adulthood. Email or call 828-298-9023 for more information.
NextGen Youth Services
In partnership with the Piedmont Triad Regional Workforce Development Board , Mountain Area Workforce Development Board , and Goodwill Industries of Central NC, the NextGen Youth Program aims to provide a structure and sense of accomplishment in the lives of youth served. The program is comprised of two main components: education and employment. Completion of a secondary education program is the primary goal. Staff members also provide post-secondary education counseling and career preparation guidance. NextGen serves youth ages 16-24 in Buncombe, Caswell, Davie, Forsyth, Rockingham, Stokes, Surry, Transylvania, and Yadkin Counties.
Triad: visit ptrc.org or call 336-464-0520 WNC: visit mountainareaworks.org or call 919-251-7473
Indeed and Goodwill® are working together to help you find your next job. Job seekers who have received skills training, employment or career services from Goodwill can build an online resume on Indeed, easily apply to jobs, and be discovered by employers. Learn more at Indeed.com .
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The Career Hub
Goodwill’s Career Hub is where you will find the help you need to land a job or launch your career. Our employment specialists can help you create or update your resume and cover letter, sharpen your interviewing skills or teach you tips for job searches on the internet.
We work closely with local employers and maintain a database of current job opportunities as well as tips on their application processes.
Are you ready to update your job skills or learn a new trade? We can help with that too! We’ll assess your skills and make recommendations for learning through Goodwill’s job training programs.
Get started on your career path by connecting with Career Hub today!
Phone: 253-573-6508
Email: [email protected]
Resume Building
Work with our career navigators to craft professional resumes that will get you noticed and hired.
Interview Skills
We’ll guide you through skills like what to wear, body language, how to answer difficult questions, company research and more, to help you land the job.
Attend one of our monthly workshops covering a range of topics for job seekers. See workshop schedule at www.goodwillwa.as.me
Access to Job Openings
We maintain a list of current job opportunities with companies across the Puget Sound. Subscribe to our Career Hub e-newsletter for a regular list.
Join an information session to learn more about Goodwill's Vocational School & Career Hub offerings!
In person: 714 S. 27th Street, Tacoma, 98409
Resource Room
- Job search & computer time: walk-ins are accepted, appointments are encouraged through www.goodwillwa.as.me
- Resume and Cover Letter Development: Create an effective resume and cover letter to upload or take with you to your next interview, hiring event, or job fair!
- Adult GED & High School+ information: Meet with representatives from Clover Park Technical College to get information on the Adult GED and High School+ classes
- Northwest Education Access Network: Serves ages 16-29 from low income families who are interested in pursuing college and career goals
Adult GED, High School+, and ESL classes are now available at Goodwill’s Milgard Work Opportunity Center in Tacoma (at 714 S. 27th Street)!
Clover Park Technical College offers two classes at Goodwill’s Milgard Work Opportunity Center. You can take your choice of:
- English as a Second Language
- Adult High School Completion (High School+/HS+)
English as a Second Language (ESL)
In-person classes:
Tues and Thurs, 9AM-12PM
High School Diploma (HS+)
Adults (18+) can earn their high school diploma!
Work with a CPTC instructor on your individualized plan to finish your diploma. The program combines current courses with prior learning and experiences. Most students can complete this in 3-6 months!
Tuesday, 10AM-11AM
For more information, contact Clover Park Technical College:
Building 10, Room 102
4500 Steilacoom Boulevard SW, Lakewood, WA 98499
Phone: 253-589-5702
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Jumpstart your future at our career centers.
Thousands of people in the Bay Area are struggling to find a job and the income needed to put food on the table for their families.
The Goodwill Comprehensive Job Center is open Monday - Friday from 10 am- 1 pm.
For any inquiries please email: [email protected] or call 415-575-4570
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SFGoodwill invites YOU to attend our orientation to learn about the services that are being offered to help you on your path to employment. We offer in-person orientations for Goodwill Career Services on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11:00am . Click on this link to register for an orientation: https://calendly.com/sfgoodwill-orientation/appointment
Click on the links below for a list of upcoming virtual events i.e. employer spotlights, hiring events, trainings, and workshops
Monthly Calendar of Events
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Each year, more than 3,600 job seekers visit our Career Centers.
Our Career Centers are one-stop shops where jobseekers can receive a variety of free career services and enroll in impactful training programs, including:
- One-on-one assessment and career planning sessions
- Trainings in digital skills and critical employment skills.
- On-site interviews and hiring events employers
- Workshops on resume writing, interview skills and submitting online applications
- Job boards with immediate employer openings
- Free use of computers, phones, and fax machines
- On-site social support services from partners including San Francisco’s Human Service Agency, Toolworks, Five Keys Charter School
We also operate employment services targeted to justice-invoved job seekers, through San Francisco’s Adult Probation Department .
Community Assessment and Service Center (CASC)
564 6th St San Francisco, CA 94103 (415) 489-7300
Vallejo Career Center
301 Georgia Street Suite #128
Vallejo, CA 94590 707-693-4535
Monday-Friday: 8 am- 5 pm Orientation: by appointment
Vacaville Goodwill Career Center
1309 East Monte Vista Avenue Vacaville, CA 95688 (707) 674-5614
Mon-Fri: 10 am to 4 pm
Orientation: available by appointment.
Goodwill San Francisco Career Center
750 Post Street San Francisco, CA 94109 (415) 575-4570
Monday – Friday 10:00 am-1:00 pm by appointment (415)575-4570
Orientation: Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11:00 am call for an appointment at (415)575-4570
Alameda County Job Center and Career Services
1301 30th Avenue Oakland, CA 94601 (510) 698-7219
Mon-Fri: 10 am to 5 pm (closed from noon to 1 pm for lunch)
Walk in and by appointment.
Orientations Available:
Tues & Thurs: 10:30 am to 11:30 am
Fairfield Goodwill Career Center
2211 N Texas Street Fairfield Oakmont Shopping Center Fairfield, CA 94533 (707) 693-4535
Mon-Fri: 8 am to 5 pm (closed from 12 noon to 1 pm for lunch)
Orientations: by appointment.
Concord Goodwill Career Center
3495 Clayton Road El Monte Shopping Center Concord, CA 94519 (707) 693-4535
Mon-Fri: 10 am to 5 pm (closed from 12 to 1 pm for lunch)
Orientation : by appointment
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“once i complete my training, i know i will have plenty of opportunities for a career in tech that excites me.”.
Dexter, Appraiser, E-commerce
Who We Serve
We are proud to serve a diverse array of individuals through our Career Centers. Of the 3,600 clients we served last year:
- 40% were homeless (or in vulnerable housing situations)
- 27% were justice involved
- 9% were English language learners
- 4% were veterans
- 57% were between 25-55
- 25% were under 25
- 18% were 55+
- 66% were male
- 43% were female
- 1% were transgender
Ethnicities
- 39% were black or African American
- 22% were White
- 17% were Latinx / Hispanic
- 11% were Asian American
- 6% were Multiracial
- 2% were Native American
- 2% were Native Hawaiian or pacific islander
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Create targeted resumes and cover letters that match your skills and experience to the needs of the employer.
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Develop and practice effective interviewing techniques with the help of our job search experts.
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Disability services, careers at goodwill, help for employers, putting people to work.
At Goodwill, we provide employment services that meet the specific needs of the individuals we serve. From our WorkFirst program to Disability Services , we're committed to finding employment opportunities that meet the specific goals of the individuals we serve.
"Goodwill is more than just a thrift store. I have a future and so does my community because of the programs Goodwill offers."
"Before I started working at Goodwill, I was bored and sad....I feel better about myself. Goodwill helped me find a job."
If you have a documented disability, you may qualify for services. A Goodwill associate can help you apply for services with DVR, DSB, or DDA. If you have worked with these agencies in the past, Goodwill can help you navigate the process.
Personalized Planning
A person-centered planning process to find a job that matches a person's interests and strengths.
Development of job search tools, including visual portfolio or skill-based resume.
Job Placement
A job developer visits with potential employers, helps with applications and interviews, and identifies or creates positions in the workplace.
Job Coaching
A job coach can support a person who is learning the new tasks of a job and transitioning to a new environment. It might also include support to advance toward career goals.
Who is Eligible for Disability Services?
Eligibility requirements include:
Desire to Work
Receiving or eligible to receive services from Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR), Department of Services for the Blind (DSB), or Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA)
Ability to actively participate in scheduled activities
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Founded in 1966 as the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities, CARF International is an independent, nonprofit accreditor of health and human services organizations. The highest level of accreditation is a three-year certification. Goodwill Industries of the Columbia has received continuous three-year certifications in Community Employment Services since 1987.
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At Goodwill, your generous donations help support our mission of fighting unemployment in Arizona. Proceeds help us fund our no-cost career centers that provide individuals with job resources, like resume review and interview training. If you’re currently looking for a job, read on to learn how to create a resume that will stand out and help you land the job. After you’ve completed your resume, come see us at one of our career centers and we’ll be happy to review it and provide some feedback.
Design and Formatting
You don’t need expensive software to format a beautifully designed resume. Start by making sure the most important stuff is at the top. An objective is no longer needed, but you may opt to include a career summary as an introduction. Then, utilize bullets and short paragraphs to break up the page and direct the eye down the page.
It is still a general rule that your resume should fit on one page. You may need to remove some “fluff” in order to do so. As you narrow in on a specific job you want to apply for, you can delete experience that doesn’t apply to that particular job. Do a test print to make sure it fits on one page. If you have more than ten years of experience, overflowing onto a second page is acceptable as long as everything on your resume is pertinent to your application.
Selling Yourself
It is a difficult challenge to communicate your entire career, work ethic and accomplishments on one piece of paper. It’s vital though that you sell yourself to a potential employer. This can be tough for some people, so consider asking old colleagues or friends to describe your strengths and successes. You may be surprised how others perceive you.
The key to selling yourself is to talk about accomplishments rather than responsibilities. If you can quantify those accomplishments, that’s even better. For example, if your work increased sales by 10%, include that number. Use colorful action words when appropriate, but don’t go overboard with the thesaurus.
Tailoring to a Specific Job
Start with a base resume that you can use on your online networking profiles. Then, once you find a job that you want to apply for, create a resume version specific to that job. Look for keywords in the job description that you can work into your resume.
Another way to tailor your resume is by tweaking a job title to match what the job seeker is looking for. This doesn’t mean you can give yourself a promotion, but if your title was Marketing Coordinator, you can adjust it to Marketing and Communications Coordinator to better match the job you’re applying for.
Check out our online career services or find a career center near you for more helpful resume tips.
Exciting Events this Week!
Amazing things are always happening at Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona! Whether you are looking for a daily special or want to participate in one of our job training events, we have something for you.
*Daily deals are valid at select Metro Phoenix, Prescott, and Yuma locations. Please check with your neighborhood Goodwill for details. Dollar Day pricing adjustment goes into effect on Jan. 5, 2023.
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Our coaches use a tailored approach suited to your needs. We serve ages 14+ including students, underemployed or unemployed. All services are completely FREE. If you can’t make it into a location, we also offer virtual services. Virtual Services allows you the opportunity to receive our one-on-one career coaching from wherever it is easiest for you.
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Whatever barriers to employment you face, Goodwill Southern California is here to help. We believe in the transformative power of work and are deeply committed to helping individuals with barriers to employment secure sustainable employment and enjoy a greater sense of independence, dignity, purpose and pride.
At our WorkSource and Career Resource Centers, we provide individuals with no-cost career counseling, resume workshops, interview coaching, access to job search tools, referrals to advanced education courses and a broad spectrum of additional practical aids that help prepare them for the workforce and enable them to get back on their own two feet.
Individual challenges range from physical and developmental disabilities to other vocational obstacles, such as a teen who lacks work experience, or a mature worker whose job has been outsourced. Aided by training, education, new skills acquisition and career counseling and placement services, we help thousands of individuals achieve career success every year.
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As part of the preliminary screening process, phone interviews help employers narrow a large pool of candidates quickly, which saves them time to meet in-person with people who have met the initial criteria. From practicing, paying attention to your environment to note-taking, there are many ways to ensure success.
Free job search and resume help. Goodwill Workforce Connection Centers are free and open to anyone in the community ages 16+. We provide many helpful services to job seekers, including: Professional resume writing assistance. Job search tips. Job preparation training. Computer and internet access.
Fortunately, Goodwill® is here to help. Consider the following pieces of advice when putting together your first résumé or updating your current one: Keep it to one page when possible and use a current template. Microsoft offers many basic, job-specific and situation-specific résumé templates to choose from. Use simple fonts and paper.
Free, personalized support. Your local Goodwill career center works with you to identify the best resources for reaching your job goals. We can help you: Discover available jobs. Explore new career paths. Fill out job applications. Meet with a career coach. Earn a certificate or credential. *Services may vary by location.
212 Gamble St. Davidson, NC 28036. (704) 916-1610 Ext. 6003. Goodwill's Career Centers offer computer access, resume review, job search support, class enrollment, the opportunity to meet with a career navigator to discuss our service offerings, basic needs support and more. Walk in or make an appointment!
Programs. &. Services. Goodwill's Career Services enable job seekers to access a wide range of free employment and training programs and services where and when they need them. These services are offered at our career centers and are offered in partnership with area community colleges, the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, the Department ...
Are you ready to update your job skills or learn a new trade? We can help with that too! We'll assess your skills and make recommendations for learning through Goodwill's job training programs. Get started on your career path by connecting with Career Hub today! Phone: 253-573-6508. Email: [email protected].
Explore Goodwill careers and jobs and work at your local Goodwill location. Join us and make a difference in your community. Learn more today. ... Need help finding a job? For 120 years, Goodwill has helped people learn skills and gain employment in their communities. Connect with us to get free support and take the next step on your career ...
Our career services are free of charge to help you land a job and advance your career. You'll have access to everything from skills training, career coaching, resume review, certifications, hiring events, and more. Build your future today on My Career Advisor . START NOW. Our no-cost services include. Access to community resources.
Goodwill San Francisco Career Center. 750 Post Street. San Francisco, CA 94109. (415) 575-4570. Monday - Friday 10:00 am-1:00 pm by appointment (415)575-4570. Orientation: Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11:00 am call for an appointment at (415)575-4570.
As with any resume, be sure to thoroughly review the job description for key words and important skills that you can incorporate into your functional resume. If you need examples of a functional resume, or help writing one, you can visit a no-cost Goodwill Career Center and ask a career advisor for assistance. Call 602-535-4444 to find a center ...
Goodwill of Western and Northern Connecticut strengthens communities by helping people with disabilities and other disadvantages maximize independence through job training and other support services. Founded in 1950, we are one of 155 regional Goodwill organizations throughout the US and Canada.
Get free help with important job-seeking skills, like creating your resume, preparing for interviews, and using our computer lab to complete your job search. Start Your Career. Goodwill offers a free, walk-in job search assistance program helping job-seekers create resumes, prepare for interviews, and access community resources.
3700 S Maryland Pkwy. Las Vegas, NV 89169. 702-214-2025. Se habla español. Goodwill Career Center Hours. Mon-Thu | 10am-5pm. Friday | 9am-12pm. Goodwill works for thriving careers! Find career coaching services, free training programs, job search assistance, resume creation, and more.
Tailoring to a Specific Job. Start with a base resume that you can use on your online networking profiles. Then, once you find a job that you want to apply for, create a resume version specific to that job. Look for keywords in the job description that you can work into your resume. Another way to tailor your resume is by tweaking a job title ...
Goodwill Career Centers can help you prepare for, find, and land the job you want. Our coaches use a tailored approach suited to your needs. We serve ages 14+ including students, underemployed or unemployed. All services are completely FREE. If you can't make it into a location, we also offer virtual services.
We help people build independence through job training and employment, housing support, and financial stability services. Our programs offer rapid re-housing and case management services, digital skills training, skills assessment, resume development, and more. Click the program menu to learn how Goodwill® can help you. I need help getting a job.
Goodwill Career Services. Whatever barriers to employment you face, Goodwill Southern California is here to help. We believe in the transformative power of work and are deeply committed to helping individuals with barriers to employment secure sustainable employment and enjoy a greater sense of independence, dignity, purpose and pride. At our ...
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Submissions Accepted for ITC Sculpture Garden. The City of Moscow and the Moscow Arts Commission seek three-dimensional artworks for a one-year installation at the Intermodal Transit Center Sculpture Garden. Proposals will be accepted via Submittable until 5 p.m. on Friday, April 19, 2024.
The Moscow Food Co-op seeks Kitchen Staff to wash dishes, utensils, and cookware in our kitchen as well as stock the prepared food supplies. Applicants must be able to work. Explore our extensive collection of job opportunities in the stunning city of Moscow, Idaho and uncover the ideal match for your skills and aspirations.