Career Services
Find jobs and prepare for success.
Your Future Starts Here.
Everyone deserves the opportunity to build a better future. At Goodwill of Central Oklahoma, we provide free career training, employment services, and personalized support to help Oklahomans gain new skills, overcome barriers, and find meaningful employment.
Whether you’re searching for your first job, exploring a new career, or looking for a fresh start, we’re here to help you take the next step.
Employment is our mission.
Every service we provide works toward fulfilling that goal, whether it’s serving at-risk youth or giving a second chance to those who need one. In 2025, Goodwill provided more than 25,000 free community services, like job placement assistance and resume help, in central Oklahoma.
4,525
unique individuals served through Goodwill’s Workforce Development programs
770
verified job placements, with participants earning an average hourly wage of $13.45 and working an average of 33 hours per week
686
training certificates completed across Employment Essentials, Warehousing & Logistics classes and others
1,021
resumes and cover letters were prepared in 2025 through our Employment Service Centers and Employment Services Mobile Unit
Opportunity Begins with Support.
Finding a job is about more than submitting an application. It’s about having the skills, confidence, and support to succeed.
Goodwill’s Skills Training and Employment Program (STEP) connects individuals with free workforce training, career development resources, employment assistance, and supportive services designed to help them achieve long-term success.
At our new 20,000-square-foot Goodwill Opportunity Center in Oklahoma City, participants can access career services, hands-on training, digital learning, and community resources, all in one place.
From building a resume to earning industry credentials, our team works alongside you to help turn your goals into real opportunities.
Free Training
Build real skills for today’s workforce.
Personalized Support.
Get connected to resources that help.
Find Your Path Forward.
No two career journeys look the same. That’s why Goodwill offers free programs and services designed to meet you where you are and help you get where you want to go.
Employment Services
Need help finding a job? From resume writing and interview preparation to job search assistance and employment referrals, our team provides personalized guidance to help you prepare for your next opportunity.
Career Pathways Training
Ready to learn something new? Gain practical, career-ready skills through free
training in fields like supply chain and logistics, customer service, and private
security.
Youth Employment Services
Your future is full of possibilities. Our Assist Youth Career Program helps young adults ages 16–24 build leadership skills, explore career pathways, earn credentials, and prepare for lasting careers.
Reentry
A fresh start deserves a strong foundation. Goodwill helps individuals transitioning from incarceration connect with employment resources, job training, and supportive services to prepare for their next chapter.
Digital Skills Training
Build confidence with technology and develop skills for today’s digital workplace. Learn computer basics, email, internet navigation, online job applications, and more with personalized instruction.
Mobile Employment Services & Training
We’re bringing career opportunities closer to home. Our Mobile Employment Services Center and Mobile Learning Lab provide employment assistance and digital skills training at community partner locations throughout Central Oklahoma.
Build Skills, Open Doors.
A new career can start with the right training. Goodwill’s free Career Pathways programs provide practical, hands-on learning to help you prepare for employment in a variety of industries. Whether you’re entering the workforce for the first time or changing career paths, our training programs can help you build the skills and confidence to move forward.
Supply Chain, Inventory & Logistics/VR Forklift Training
Learn about warehouse operations, shipping and receiving, inventory management, workplace safety, and supply chain fundamentals. Participants also experience virtual reality forklift training, where they practice equipment maneuvering and safe operating skills in a simulated environment.
Employment Essentials
Build the skills employers value and prepare for success in the workplace.
Customer Service/Guest Relations
Develop professional communication and customer service skills for people-focused careers.
Private Unarmed Security—Phase I & II
Explore a career in private security through a fully online training program.
More Than Job Training. Support for Life.
We know that finding and keeping a job can come with challenges beyond the workplace. That’s why Goodwill’s Opportunity Center brings together community organizations that provide additional resources to help individuals build stability and achieve their goals.
Through our on-site community partner network, often called Partner Row, participants can connect with resources for transportation, housing, physical and mental health, legal assistance, and other essential needs.
Our Partners Include:
Our partners include:
- Embark: Transportation navigation to help individuals access work, training, and essential services.
- Community Health: Physical and mental health resources.
- HOPE Community Services: Crisis counseling, behavioral health resources, and supportive services.
- Legal Aid: Free legal guidance and support to address barriers to employment and stability.
- Community Housing Navigator: Assistance exploring housing opportunities.
Because when people have the right support, they have more opportunities to succeed.
Ready to Step Up with Goodwill?
Join us at 316 S. Blackwelder Ave, any Monday—Thursday at 9 AM to learn more about Goodwill’s free career services and begin your orientation.
Participants in Goodwill’s program can expect to meet with a case manager and take a skills test to determine what services and classes are best, are set up with the right resources, and can build their best path forward.
Your Next Chapter Starts Here.
You don’t have to figure out your career journey alone. Whether you’re ready to learn new skills, find a job, or explore your options, Goodwill is here to help you move forward.
Visit the Goodwill Opportunity Center
Located on the Goodwill of Central Oklahoma campus in Oklahoma City, our Opportunity Center brings employment assistance, career training, and community support together under one roof. Visit us to learn more about our free programs and connect with a team member who can help you identify your next steps.
