Opportunity for All Starts Here
Find the support or training you need to build your career and achieve stability.
Silicon Valley is a global hub of innovation and prosperity, yet for many in our community, the path to stable employment and financial independence feels out of reach.
Goodwill of Silicon Valley harnesses that same spirit of innovation to remove those barriers. Through no-cost job training, career coaching, and wraparound support, we help thousands of people build the skills and confidence to thrive in today’s competitive workforce.
WHO WE SERVE
Our programs are open to anyone committed to improving their employment status, with specialized services available for:
- Individuals experiencing homelessness
- Incarcerated and formerly incarcerated individuals
- Veterans seeking housing stability or employment support
- People with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions
- Displaced workers and job seekers looking to upskill
Find the Support That’s Right for You
All programs are offered at no cost to you, thanks to our generous donors and retail operations. If you’re ready to start your journey toward employment and independence, we’re ready to walk with you every step of the way.
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Disability & Neurodiversity Services
Personalized support for successful employment
- Job coaching & mentorship
- Paid internship opportunities
- Placement assistance
Job Training & Career Pathways
Gain skills and certifications for in-demand careers
- Skilled trades training
- Career development coaching
- Job placement support
Reentry & Justice-Involved Support
Rebuild your career and regain independence
- Paid transitional jobs
- In-custody job training
- Reentry planning & support
Veterans Services
Comprehensive support for veterans and their families
- Secure stable housing
- Find meaningful employment
- Access emergency assistance
Housing & Stability Support
Employment training combined with interim housing
- Emergency housing access
- Job readiness training
- Case management support
Disability & Neurodiversity Services
Personalized support for successful employment
- Job coaching & mentorship
- Paid internship opportunities
- Placement assistance
Job Training & Career Pathways
Gain skills and certifications for in-demand careers
- Skilled trades training
- Career development coaching
- Job placement support
Reentry & Justice-Involved Support
Rebuild your career and regain independence
- Paid transitional jobs
- In-custody job training
- Reentry planning & support
Veterans Services
Comprehensive support for veterans and their families
- Secure stable housing
- Find meaningful employment
- Access emergency assistance
Housing & Stability Support
Employment training combined with interim housing
- Emergency housing access
- Job readiness training
- Case management support
What You Can Expect
Our services are designed to provide both immediate support and long-term career success. Services may include:
- Vocational Training – Industry-specific, short-term, and hands-on training programs
- Job Placement – Employer partnerships that connect participants to meaningful work
- Career Development – Mentorship and job coaching to foster long-term retention
- Supportive Services – Housing navigation, transportation assistance, and life coaching
Our team works closely with each participant to create a personalized path forward.
Why Goodwill?
When people gain stable employment and housing, entire communities benefit. Families grow stronger, local businesses gain skilled workers, and public systems see reduced strain. Every donation and purchase at Goodwill stores helps fund these life-changing programs right here in Silicon Valley.
Participants gain:- Marketable skills
- Real work experience
- Employer connections
- Long-term career pathways
- Lower recidivism
- Reduced homelessness
- A stronger local workforce
Our Partners
We proudly partner with the US Department of Veterans Affairs and Department of Labor, Department of Rehabilitation, San Andreas Regional Center, Santa Clara County’s Reentry Resource Center and Social Services Agency, Work2Future, City of San Jose Office of Supportive Housing, and other local agencies to meet the unique needs of our participants.
Ready to Take the Next Step Toward a Better Future?
Whether you’re looking for your first job, reentering the workforce, or building a new career path, Goodwill of Silicon Valley is here to support you.
Contact our team to get started!
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When you shop or donate, you’re not just giving or saving, you’re changing lives.
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