Connecting Your Company to Local Job Seekers

Goodwill's Workforce Connection Centers connect your business to job seekers in your community. Our centers serve as vital hubs where businesses can attract motivated job seekers who are supported by our dedicated staff and resources.

Helping you meet your hiring needs

Our individualized approach and community connections can help meet the unique staffing needs of your business.

We offer:

Events: We host recruitment events at our WCC locations so you can meet and interact with job seekers face-to-face. This direct engagement helps build stronger connections and ensures a good fit for both parties.
Skill development and training. We help candidates prepare for their job search, interview and future workplace through career exploration, resume writing and interview preparation. These services help candidates share their skills and qualifications more effectively, so you can select the job seekers most suited to your work environment
Tailored job matching. We match the skills of local job seekers to the positions you offer. Our tailored approach strengthens your workforce and nurtures the local economy.
Community-rooted employment. The heart of our services lies in connecting people who want to work to jobs close to their homes.

Support Community Growth

We are a nonprofit dedicated to empowering individuals through meaningful employment and life preparation. When your business partners with Goodwill Workforce Connection Centers, you are helping foster economic growth and community stability in the neighborhoods surrounding your business. Our ability to provide resources tailored to the local needs can help you meet staffing goals and ensure people who want to work have the opportunity to thrive.

Connect with a Workforce Connection Center near you

Connecting People to Work. Preparing People for Life.

Phlebotomist who received help from Goodwill Workforce Connection Center

Apr 14, 2025

Natasha | Getting a Second Chance at a Health Care Career

Natasha came to the Goodwill Workforce Connection Center in Chicago’s North Lawndale neighborhood determined to find a job that would build a better future for herself and her three children. After only two months of career services, Natasha met her goal, landing a full-time job as a lead phlebotomist with a local facility.

Litzi | Achieving CNA Certification Through Empower Youth

When Litzi joined the Empower Youth program, she felt lost. Thanks to the Empower Youth program, she has achieved both her CNA and CPR certifications and is now a patient care technician.

Ricky | Thriving Through Goodwill Adult Day Services

Although Ricky has been employed for several years, he wanted to work on his communication, reading and writing skills. Goodwill’s THRIVE program helped him achieve his goals.