The experience was horrible. Senior Director denied training, denied advancement. - Community Outreach Trainer Goodwill Employee Review

1.0
Aug 24, 2014
Recommend
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Pros

You have an opportunity to help others change their lives. Personally, I have grown. I now have the ability to work in an extremely hostile work environment, yet was still able to survive and thrive!

Cons

Promotions are subjective - who like you? If you cannot work in an environment with fulltime employees working an average of 12-15 hours per week max, but those same employees are promoted and given professional training, then Goodwill is not the place for you!

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5.0
May 13, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Mission is impactful, exposure to more training and skills, team environment, great way to gain experience

Cons

Low pay compared to competitors within job market, outreach events after hours and on weekends, framework for growth not clearly established

2.0
Jul 10, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Got to walk around a lot (kept my weight under control)

Cons

Didn’t pay enough and don’t get to keep tips

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