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Career Development Programs for Job Seekers

In-Person Events

[NOTE: Given the ever-evolving situation with COVID-19, job seekers are advised to contact the host prior to the event to confirm event plans.]

  • Goodwill of North Georgia has reopened all of its Career Centers.  Career Centers are open from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, on days other than a federal or state holiday.  Click here for a video regarding what to expect when visiting a Career Center.  Click here for more information on Goodwill’s coronavirus response.  The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Works Program (snapworks@ging.org) at Goodwill provides funds for training programs for adults who are eligible to receive food stamps.  Weekly Job Training Information Sessions will be held as follows: 
    • Cartersville – Skills Training Information Sessions – Tuesdays, 10:00 AM, Cartersville Career Center (929 Joe Frank Harris Parkway SE, Cartersville, GA).  Information will be provided on the Logistics, Hospitality, Medical Billing & Coding, Welding, and Forklift training programs.  Contact Capri Taylor at ctaylor2@ging.org or 678-744-3114 for more information.  
    • Decatur – Skills Training Information Sessions – Thursdays, 2:00 PM, Decatur Career Center (2201 Lawrenceville Highway, Suite 200, Decatur, GA).  Contact Jacqueline Dottin-Dodd @ jddodd@ging.org or 404-554-9582.
    • South DeKalb – Skills Training Information Sessions – Wednesdays, 2:00 PM, South DeKalb Career Center (1295 Columbia Drive, Decatur, GA).  Information will be provided on the Highway Construction, Forklift, Floor Technician/Custodial, and Maintenance training programs.  Contact Sean West (for Skills Training Information Sessions and Individual Assessments) at swest@ging.org or Rose Perry (for GoodBiz) at rperry@ging.org or 404-728-8644 for more information.   
    • Woodstock – Skills Training Information Sessions – Thursdays, 10:00 AM, Woodstock Career Center (9425 Highway 92, Woodstock, GA).  Information will be provided on the Logistics, Hospitality, Medical Billing & Coding, Technology Careers, Welding, and Forklift training programs.  Contact Capri Taylor at ctaylor2@ging.org or 678-744-3114 for more information.  
  • Goodwill of North Georgia Career Centers are pleased to announce the availability of Job Readiness Training classes for residents of the following counties: Banks, Barrow, Bartow, Chattooga, Cherokee, Dawson, Douglas, Elbert, Floyd, Forsyth, Franklin, Gilmer, Gordon, Gwinnett, Habersham, Hall, Haralson, Hart, Jackson, Lumpkin, Madison, Paulding, Pickens, Polk, Rabun, Stephens, Town, Union, and White. If you live in one of these counties and are interested in learning more about this opportunity, contact Anthony Sims at asims@ging.org or 404-293-1522.
  • Goodwill of North Georgia is hosting a Youth Employment Services Information Session on Tuesday, May 11th, from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM, at its Old National Career Center (6175 Old National Highway Suite 120 Atlanta GA).  Through both the Stockbridge and Old National Career Centers, Goodwill is recruiting youth, ages 16 to 24, who are interested in working in Retail.  This is in partnership with Old Navy.  Youth selected for the program will be involved with job readiness workshops to prepare for interviews with Old Navy. If selected, the youth will earn a wage of $10.00 per hour and receive a $50 Old Navy gift card on their first day of work. Youth will also have the support of a Job Coach while working the internship. This is for the Old Navy stores in Conyers and at Atlantic Station.  Contact Monica Whitson at mwhitson@ging.org for more information.

Virtual Events

  • Goodwill of North Georgia is hosting several Virtual Classes through its Career Services.  Interested individuals should go to www.careerconnector.org to learn more and register.  
    • Resume Workshop: How to Write a Proper Cover Letter – Monday, June 14th, at 1:00 PM.
    • Job Search and Networking – Monday, June 14th, at 3:00 PM.
    • NorthStar Digital Skills Testing Session – Monday, June 14th, at 5:00 PM.
    • Basic MS PowerPoint Workshop – Tuesday, June 15th, at 1:00 PM.
    • Terms to Know When You Take Out Student Loans – Wednesday, June 16th, at 11:00 AM.
    • Intermediate MS PowerPoint Workshop – Wednesday, June 16th, at 1:00 PM.
    • Advance MS PowerPoint Workshop – Wednesday, June 16th, at 3:00 PM.
    • NorthStar Digital Skills Testing Session – Wednesday, June 16th, at 5:00 PM.
    • Navigating the Job Market – Thursday, June 17th, at 1:00 PM.
    • Careers in Law Enforcement – Thursday, June 17th, at 3:00 PM.
    • Your 401(k): 10 Things to Find Out – Friday, June 18th, at 10:00 AM.
    • Managing Credit Cards – Friday, June 18th, at 1:00 PM.
    • Resume Workshop: Choosing the Right Format – Monday, June 21st, at 1:00 PM.
    • Google Slides Interface – Monday, June 21st, at 3:00 PM.
    • Introduction to NorthStar Digital Skills Assessment –Monday, June 21st, at 5:00 PM.
    • Identifying your Transferable Skills – Tuesday, June 22nd, at 1:00 PM.
    • Homeward PATH – Wednesday, June 23rd, at 11:00 AM.
    • Tech Savvy Tips and Tricks – Wednesday, June 23rd, at 1:00 PM.
    • Business Communication – Wednesday, June 23rd, at 3:00 PM.
    • NorthStar Digital Skills Testing Session – Wednesday, June 23rd, at 5:00 PM.
    • Job Search Over 50 – Thursday, June 24th, at 1:00 PM.
    • Tips for Salary Negotiation – Thursday, June 24th, at 3:00 PM.
    • How to Analyze your Cashflow – Friday, June 25th, at 10:00 AM.
    • 11 Money Moves to Make After a Job Loss or Pay Cut – Friday, June 25th, at 1:00 PM.
    • Resume Workshop 101 – Monday, June 28th, at 1:00 PM.
    • Word Quick Tips – Monday, June 28th, at 3:00 PM.
    • NorthStar Digital Skills Testing Session – Monday, June 28th, 5:00 PM.
    • Job Hunting with NO Experience – Tuesday, June 29th, at 1:00 PM.
    • Take Control of Your Auto Loan – Wednesday, June 30th, at 11:00 AM.
    • First Impressions & Interviewing Workshop – Wednesday, June 30th, at 1:00 PM.
    • Navigating CareerConnector.org – Wednesday, June 30th, at 3:00 PM.
    • NorthStar Digital Skills Testing Session – Wednesday, June 30th, at 5:00 PM.
  • Goodwill of North Georgia is holding one-hour Virtual Information Sessions on Mondays and Wednesdays at 10:00 AM, and Tuesdays, at 6:00 PM, with the exception of state or federal holidays.  These sessions provide information on the many skills training programs available through Goodwill.   Click here to sign up for a session.
  • Goodwill of North Georgia is holding virtual VIP Job Sessions on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 11:00 AM, with the exception of state or federal holidays.  VIP Jobs is an open sharing of job leads catered to a particular area or group of people with shared goals​. Goodwill shares jobs with you and you can do the same!  Goodwill also asks that you share support for working through challenges with your job search​, but also want you to feel free to celebrate your accomplishments​ with the group.  Tips​ for your job search and interview process will also be shared.  Click here to join the session. 
  • The Jewish Family and Career Services (JF&CS) is hosting a Virtual Resume and Cover Letters Workshop on Tuesday, June 15th, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM.  Learn how to create an effective resume, or improve the one you already have. Transform your resume into a powerful tool. This workshop will identify the different parts of a resume and their purpose, create a master profile of core competences and accomplishments, and provide a checklist of resume “does and don’ts.” It will also help you develop a cover letter to accompany your resume.  Click here for more information and to register.
  • The Urban League of Greater Atlanta is holding virtual Information Sessions for its Urban Youth Empowerment Program (UYEP) Young Fathers Program every Tuesday at 10:00 AM.  The League is currently accepting referrals for this program focused on young adult fathers ages 18-24 with current or prior involvement with the criminal justice system. The program will provide the program participants with access to individualized case management, career advisement in high demand industry sectors, educational enhancement opportunities, credential attainment, mentoring, career readiness training and employment opportunities. Supportive Services assistance may include MARTA Cards and stipends may be available at certain intervals during the program based upon eligibility and successful participation.  Click here for a flyer.  Contact Ebony White, Program Manager, with any questions you may have at ewhite@ulgatl.org or 404-449-6286.  Click here to access the weekly information session.  
  • The Urban League of Greater Atlanta’s Youth and Young Adult Services @Promise Team is holding Virtual Information Sessions on its education and career services every Tuesday at 10:00 AM.  Those interested in learning more about the many educational and occupational opportunities and programs for individuals, between the ages of 16-24, can sign into the League’s weekly information sessions. The sessions are hosted by Ebony White, Program Manager, who can be contacted at ewhite@ulgatl.org or 404-449-6286.  Click here to access the virtual session.
  • The Urban League of Greater Atlanta’s Youth and Young Adult Services program will be hosting weekly Virtual Career Readiness Training Sessions via Zoom each Wednesday and Thursday from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM. This career training will equip participants with tangible skills that will enable them to secure jobs, identify career pathways, maintain employment, problem-solve, work toward financial goals, and move into higher-skilled and better paying positions over time.   Contact Ebony White, Youth and Young Adults Program Manager, at ewhite@ulgatl.org or Aaron Johnson, Career and Employment Specialist, at ajohnson@ulgatl.org for more information.  Click here for the Zoom link to join the training session.
  • Literacy Action is hosting its online Family Literacy class every Wednesday, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM.  The class focuses on providing parents with skills that increase their verbal, reading and math literacy skills, and to assist them in promoting their children’s educational development.  Click here to register.
  • The Urban League of Greater Atlanta’s Youth and Young Adult Services is hosting College Readiness Workshops every Wednesday, at 5:00 PM.   These workshops are designed to prepare and expose middle and high school students to post-secondary institutions. The workshops also feature a guest speaker from the admissions departments of colleges/universities.  Click here to register.  
  • STRIVE Atlanta is hosting Virtual Information Sessions on Business Admin Support Training Program, a program held in partnership with Aerotropolis Atlanta, every Thursday, at 10:00 AM.  Job readiness training will be provided by STRIVE.  Technical training will be provided by Atlanta Technical College and Chattahoochee Technical College.  The next training cycle begins on June 21st.  Virtual and in-person classes at the East Point City Hall Annex (3120 South Martin Street, # 800, East Point, GA) are available.  Transportation and technology assistance will be provided.  Click here for a flyer.  Click here for more information on STRIVE Atlanta’s programs.  Email ATLinfo@strive.org with questions.  Click here to join the info session through Zoom using the meeting ID 594 433 9145.
  • Alive & In Color is hosting a webinar on Hey Young World: Educating Our Young People & Their Communities On The Importance of COVID- 19 Back-2-School Vaccination on Thursday, June 17th, at 6:00 PM. Once the majority of the population is vaccinated (70%), we will reach herd immunity, be well on our way to containing the deadly spread of the Coronavirus, and finally getting back to all that we’ve missed. But as of early June, only 42% of eligible Fulton County residents had received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, and only 26.1% of those residents were Black.  Youth-Focused organizations can play a critical role in helping young people and their communities understand the role of vaccines, relative safety and effectiveness, and the importance of reaching herd immunity in preparation for Back-2-School.  Click here to learn more and register.
  • The Georgia Justice Project (GJP) host First Fridays virtual sessions every Friday, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM.  First Fridays helps individuals with a Georgia criminal history understand what they can do about it.  Topics include reading your record, record restriction (expungement eligibility), Georgia’s new law for restricting convictions, applying for a pardon, and how to apply for GJP’s services.  Click here for a flyer.  Email intake@GJP.org or call 404-827-0027, ext. 238, to reserve a spot.
  • The Urban League of Greater Atlanta hosts the Career Exploration Social Hour every Friday, at 1:00 PM.  This weekly event provides job seekers with an opportunity to connect with potential employers and learn about the current employment market.  Click here for a flyer.  Click here to register.
  • The Jewish Family and Career Services (JF&CS) is hosting a Virtual Interviewing Workshop on Tuesday, June 22nd, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM.  Learn how to better prepare for an interview, understand the different types of interviews and answer common interview questions. This workshop will address how to tackle difficult interviewing moments as well as help you gain strategies on the do’s and don’ts of salary negotiation.  Click here for more information and to register.
  • The Jewish Family and Career Services (JF&CS) is hosting a Virtual LinkedIn Workshop on Tuesday, June 29th, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.  Join JF&CS for a 2-hour virtual LinkedIn Workshop designed to give job seekers and those in career transition a solid base of information to strengthen their brand on LinkedIn, This workshop will cover how to set up a profile and use the job search resources offered through LinkedIn.  Click here for more information and to register.

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