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If you’ve been applying for jobs without getting interviews, or getting interviews without landing the job, career exploration can help. Don’t waste time applying to a long list of jobs that might not be right for you. Let us help you discover your skills and how they can fit into a career you’ll enjoy.

Discover the most effective questions to ask at the end of an interview. Learn how to gauge role clarity, team dynamics, company culture, growth opportunities, and impact with practical examples

A good resume is the key to finding a job. It’s your first impression and determines if you’ll get an interview. Get answers to the most common resume writing questions here.

Writing your first resume doesn’t have to be scary — even with no job experience. In this guide, Goodwill career specialist Nicole shows teens and young adults how to turn school projects, volunteering, hobbies, and life skills into a strong, professional resume.

Preparing for a second interview can feel overwhelming, but it’s also your chance to shine. In this article, Fabio Cardenas, Manager of the Goodwill Workforce Connection Center, shares expert advice on what to expect, common mistakes to avoid, and how to turn your callback into a job offer.

Interviews are stressful for most people. It’s an important conversation and something you probably haven’t done very often. These 5 interview tips can help you be more confident, so you have a better chance of landing the job you want.

Did you know that most employers receive 250 applications for every job they post? If you’ve never written a resume or aren’t sure how to make your resume stand out, don’t worry. Goodwill Workforce Connection Centers can show you what makes a good resume and provide resume writing help. Resume writing services are free, all you have to do is make an appointment.

Whether you served our country for a few years or a few decades, transitioning to the civilian workforce can be challenging. Jodi Allen, Director Staff Operations & Quality at Goodwill Great Lakes offers four tips on how to effectively translate your military experience into a civilian resume.

Teens looking for their first job face unique challenges. These six interview tips can help you (or your teenager) succeed in their first job interview – and beyond!

Goodwill Workforce Connection Centers can help you with your interview prep. Make sure you are ready to do your best with these 5 tips from our career counselors. They can help you ace the interview and get the job offer you want.

The Empower Youth: Career Training and Development program provides job readiness training and placement support to help teens and young adults ages 16 to 24 prepare for and find their next job.

Ronnie gained skills and confidence through our Workforce Connection Center as he worked towards his goal of obtaining employment.

Goodwill’s Empower Youth program provides teens and young adults ages 16 to 24 from the Chicagoland area with job readiness training, skill building and support to prepare for and find their next job.

After being incarcerated, Antonio was driven to pave a new path and achieve a fresh start through employment but needed support and guidance to get there.

We’re invested in helping the workforce of the future take the first step in shaping their lives by providing the tools needed to navigate employment challenges and achieve their goals. To do this, we developed the Empower Youth: Career Training and Development program.

With the support of Goodwill TalentBridge, Seneca was provided a job with a liveable wage within 24 hours of interviewing.

To find a good career fit, Gunther partnered with our Goodwill funded by the Department of Vocational Rehabilitation as well as a job developer through our Temporary Work Experience program.

Karen is a beacon of hope for many in their employment journey, connecting countless people to opportunities and resources to be successful in the workforce.

It’s no secret that employers are struggling to find enough workers to fill open positions. Goodwill Metropolitan Chicago and Milwaukee hosted a leadership forum where experts discussed ways to address a combination of reasons it is difficult for people to find jobs.

To help you succeed in today's competitive market, we've created a comprehensive guide outlining how to find jobs, determine the right job for you, and what to do after applying.