Career Services in North Texas

Get free job training, career coaching, and job placement support through Goodwill Dallas. We help adults overcome barriers and connect to meaningful jobs across North Texas.

Your Career Journey Starts Here

Goodwill Dallas and our community partners, including Workforce Dallas, are here to provide you with skills training, certifications, and job placement support—all designed to help you secure employment that puts you on the path to success.

Stories of Success

Breaking Barriers. Empowering Lives.

Nikolai’s journey is a powerful example of what’s possible with the right support. When he came to Goodwill Dallas, he was facing homelessness, unemployment, and significant barriers to work. Through career training, coaching, and digital skills programs, Nikolai transformed his future—and launched a career in tech.

Watch the video to see how Goodwill Dallas Career Services helped Nikolai take his next step forward.

Find Your Path Forward

Free Job Training & Career Readiness

Get the skills you need to get hired. We offer:

  • Career and financial coaching.

  • Training for certificates that employers want

  • Help finding a job with our partners.

  • Support with your resume and applications.

Looking to work at Goodwill?

We are always hiring. Visit our Work at Goodwill page to view our open positions and apply!

Step-by-Step Career Support

We use a simple 3-step plan to help you reach your goals.

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Plan Your Path

You will meet with a Success Coach to talk about your strengths and needs. Together, we will build a plan that works for you.

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Build Your Skills

We provide the training and certifications you need. We also connect you with partners who can help with other life needs.

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Launch Your Career

We help you write your resume and connect you directly with employers. Once you get hired, we stick with you to ensure you succeed.

How to Enroll

Who Can Apply

Are you 18 or older and living in North Texas? We welcome adults who are ready to overcome challenges and start a new chapter, no matter their background. We’re here to support you on your path to a better future.

Steps to Join

  • Contact Us: Fill out our simple online form.

  • Meet Us: Attend an intake session and fill out a short form.

  • Get a Plan: Your new coach will help you set your goals.

What to Bring to Your Intake Session

  • State ID
  • Social Security card
  • Proof of address
  • Resume (optional—don’t worry if you don’t have one!)

SCHEDULE, LOCATION & TRANSPORTATION

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM (flexible options available).
Main Location: 3020 N. Westmoreland Rd, Dallas. Note: We have other partner sites across North Texas. Your coach can tell you more.
Transportation: We will help you plan your trip using public transit routes and other reliable options.

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Partner Spotlight

Workforce Dallas

If you have barriers to finding a job—like a disability, a gap in your work history, or time in the justice system—Goodwill and Workforce Dallas are here to help you succeed. Working together, we offer support, training, and real opportunity.

Goodwill Dallas runs many job training programs with support from Workforce Dallas. Our team helps you learn new skills, earn important certificates, and get the help you need to find and keep a job. We stay with you each step of the way.

A special part of this partnership is Workforce Dallas’s strong relationships with local employers. Through our Pathways to Placement program, we help connect you directly with companies that are actively hiring across the region. This means your training leads to real job opportunities—faster, with more support, and with employers who are ready to invest in your success.

Here’s how we help you:

Job Training That Matters

Learn skills and earn certificates that employers in Dallas want, taught by people who know what today’s jobs require.

Employer Connections

Get access to job leads through Workforce Dallas’s network. This helps you find good jobs after you finish training.

Personal Support

Get coaching, job-search help, and someone in your corner—from your first day in the program until you are settled in a job.

Goodwill Dallas and Workforce Dallas work together to make it easier for you to go from learning to earning. We’re here to support, guide, and empower you for a better future in the Dallas workforce.

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Career Services

Frequently Asked Questions

Nothing. All career services and job training programs are 100% free for eligible participants.

We serve adults 18 and older in Dallas County, Collin County, and surrounding areas. We focus on helping those with documented disabilities or those rebuilding after a crisis.

Yes! Our programs are open to everyone 18 and older, regardless of educational background.

We connect participants with a variety of roles in industries like retail, logistics, administration, healthcare, and technology, depending on your skills and interests.

The length of the program depends on your goals and the training you choose. Some participants complete training in a few weeks, while others take longer.

No prior work experience is necessary. Our programs are designed to help you build the skills and confidence you need to succeed.

We understand that life can be complicated. Our coaches can connect you with resources to help with childcare, transportation, and other needs.

Yes, you are welcome to reapply if you need to pause and return later. We’re here to support you whenever you’re ready.

We recommend dressing in business casual attire for interviews and training sessions. If you need assistance with professional clothing, we can help.

Yes. We work with employers who believe in second chances. We also provide resources to help you get a fresh start.

We operate during standard business hours, Monday through Friday. We do offer some flexibility if needed.

We do not provide rides directly, but your coach will help you find reliable transportation options so you can get to class and work.

You can contact us online [Link to HubSpot Form], email us at jobconnect@goodwilldallas.org, or call us at [Phone Number Placeholder] to schedule an intake. We will help you through every step.

Ready to Start Your Career Journey?

Our free career services are designed to meet you where you are — with personal coaching, job training, and real employer connections to help you take the next step.