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Change your life through the power of work

Take the first step toward a better future at Goodwill Industries of the Berkshires and Southern Vermont. We specialize in providing training, empowerment, and employment opportunities to individuals whose options are limited by a disability, criminal history, low education level or other disadvantaging conditions. We’ll equip you with the tools you need to find employment, improve your skill set, or change career paths.

For immediate help, contact Mission Services at:

413-442-0061 or Send Email


Employability Workshops

This three day program provides the skills training that is essential to succeeding on the job. Students are provided their own binder with course materials for all lessons including communication with others, time management, decision making, and attitude/motivation. A certification is provided upon completion of all three days, which is a great resume builder.

Retail Training

Our nationally recognized two week retail training program provides the fundamentals needed to begin a career in traditional retail stores, grocery, or hospitality. Upon completion of program and assessment a certification is provided. Hands on experience in our retail store is included. It is highly preferred you also attend our Employability Workshop the week prior.

Custodial Training

Our nationally recognized two week custodial training program provides the fundamentals needed to begin a career in housekeeping/custodial work. Upon completion of program and assessment a 2 year certification is provided. Students are also provided CPR & First Aid training. It is highly preferred you also attend our Employability Workshop the week prior.

Our Career Centers

Our trained staff can help you with resume writing, job search and application assistance, interviewing and presentation skills, and job appropriate clothing through our Suit Your Self program during our free walk-in hours below.

Pittsfield Career Center Hours:           North Adams Career Center Hours:

Monday: 1 to 4 pm                                  Monday: 9 am to 1 pm 

Tuesday: 9 am to 1 pm                           Wednesday: 1 pm to 4 pm 

Friday: 9 am to 1 pm                               Friday: 9 am to 1 pm 


We look forward to helping you achieve your career goals. Please submit your contact info and what program you are interested in below. We'll get back to you as soon as we can. Thank you.

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