Goodwill Industries of Akron
Career Services
Career services help people prepare for, find and retain employment. Ask about eligibility, job coaching, transportation training and support for your individual barriers.

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Information is adapted from community resource guides, including the 2026 Montgomery County Community Resource Guide and CAP4Kids Columbus, for discovery purposes. Ready Set Onward does not guarantee availability, eligibility, or service quality. Contact the provider directly to confirm current details.
Career services help people prepare for, find and retain employment. Ask about eligibility, job coaching, transportation training and support for your individual barriers.
Connects young people to summer jobs, career coaching, training, education completion, credentials, and supportive services.
Connect with local food, housing, health, transportation, and family support. Columbus residents can also call 614-221-2255.
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