Working at Goodwill in Austin, TX: 3 Employee Job Reviews by Real Employee working in Austin, TX Area

"To be frank, there are actually two company cultures at Goodwill; one for the retail side, and one for the corporate, or "mission" side. So, I'll preface this review by stressing that I've been engaged in the corporate side of Goodwill, so I can't speak with experience about the retail environment. To be expected, salaries are lower than they would be outside of a non-profit--this also means pretty weak health benefits. There was an overly-long time-lapse in hiring a new CEO, which has resulted in not-so-hot leadership. The company is very siloed, which is a shame because the employees within Goodwill are great people and a joy to work with on a daily basis. It's a great place if you're looking for terrific people to be in the trenches with--and a bad place if you're looking for career development, mentoring, or strong leadership."

"Over qualified."

What do you like about working at Goodwill?

"Distance from my house. I like the thought of the mission of the company to help people find jobs."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"If you are competent, run away. You will not be rewarded. On the contrary, you are put down and shunned. If you are unbelievably ignorant, hang around and you will do great!"

What don't you like about working at Goodwill?

"Everything. It all starts with the corrupt CEO and all of the people he appoints. It makes a horrible environment with people that can get away with anything. I have never experienced anything like this in my life. It is absolutely HORRIBLE."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"No. They are all corrupt. Corruption starts at the top here."

"Honest, with wonderful feelings on a great company atmosphere."