New Year, New Goals! 

With the Holiday right around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about what possibilities the New Year can bring. Did you recently graduate from high school, or college, or maybe you want to try something pursuing a new career? We know it’s not easy to jump into a new path, but you can rest assured we have the resources to help you transition and become successful in achieving your new goals. It all starts with visiting one of our Community Employment Centers!  

What are Goodwill Community Employment Centers?  

Goodwill Community Employment Centers are career hubs located throughout San Diego County. We have five centers that are operated by Career Advisors who will help you navigate through this new journey you’re about to embark on. They’re available Monday -Friday for one-on-one in-person appointments but can also accommodate an online meeting. Our centers provide computers and internet access to San Diego County residents, and we also provide Lyft vouchers if you don’t have reliable transportation to get to one of our centers, a job fair, or an interview.  

Our Career Advisors will work with you to create a winning resume, help you communicate effectively, and will practice interviewing skills with you. You’ll go into your next interview with all the confidence you need to obtain a new job. Our centers have a free 2-week job readiness program that includes all six of our Free soft skill workshops including Ace the Interview, Workplace Communication, Find a Job, Résumé Workshop, and Conflict Resolution. workshop courses and a certificate to show off your new accomplishments. Setting up an appointment is simple just give them a call at 619-225-2200 or click here to set up an online appointment. 

What about the Goodwill Paid-Training Program?  

 Our paid-training programs are designed to train and prepare you for the workforce! No work experience, no problem! We will give you all the hands-on training you need to be successful in any of our five programs. Some of our programs are even available to those 16 and over. Click here for more details about this program.  

We have many other programs and opportunities available free of charge if you stop by Goodwill Community Employment Centers! Don’t hesitate and watch your career goals for 2023 quickly turn into a reality!