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Who We Are
A Comprehensive Career Platform Built for Job Seekers
SkillUp is a nonprofit that enables job seekers to break into new careers regardless of their degree-holding status. We focus on careers that pay a living wage, feature high-quality trainings with low risk and high returns, and are dedicated to educating how to achieve promising career paths.
Our 100+ coalition partners are contributing time, energy, and resources to provide the best upskilling and career resources to workers across the county.
Discover Careers, Earn the Skills, Get the Job
Our Coalition is Making a Change
Our Mission
Provide a guided and supported path to ensure every worker has high-opportunity employment.
Our Promise
Help people discover their potential, determine their career destination, and get there faster and more confidently with SkillUp.
Our Vision
Every worker gains equity and dignity in the workforce through access to high-opportunity and quality employment.
Our Core Values
Champion Worker-First
We aim to be about the worker in everything we do. We intentionally craft our products, partnerships, and decisions to empower individuals to reach their fullest potential, achieve their goals, and enhance their quality of life with confidence and dignity.
Empower Impact
We are a data-driven, heart-led organization committed to meaningful outcomes. Grounded in continuous improvement, we turn learnings into action and action into the greatest possible impact.
Embrace Collaboration
We believe in purposeful connections and build deep relationships that generate mutual value among our teams and partners. Embracing empathy, humility, and shared learnings along the way, we are better together.
Exemplify Curiosity
We stay ahead of the curve by being nimble and letting tenacious curiosity drive our innovation. We embrace the unknown, push boundaries, learn from successes and failures, and implement solutions.
Embody Accountability
We walk the walk and get sh*t done. We ensure that our values, beliefs, and relationships align with our commitments to our workers, partners, and ourselves, bringing full transparency and accountability to our mistakes
2.1M+
SkillUp workers supported
125,000+
SkillUp profile creators
44,000+
SkillUp users who attained jobs
55,000+
SkillUp users referred to training providers
$3.1B+
Additional wages to SkillUp job attainers
155:1
Return on Investment (ROI)
32%
SkillUp users who reported training enrollment
100+
Coalition partners across the country
Our Audience
Who We Serve
Have you heard the term STARs? It's what we call job-ready individuals who are Skilled Through Alternative Routes, as opposed to the traditional 4-year degree. Our goal is to empower STARs and other individuals to elevate their careers through coaching, training, and career development.
Our free career platform is also a great tool for:
High school grads looking to jumpstart their career quickly
Under- or unemployed individuals needing more job stability
Multi-passionate people wanting a career change
Anyone uncertain of a career and seeking guidance
Our Local Partnerships
Some connections feel best when they're close to home. We've partnered with regional organizations to bring the best career paths, trainings, and job listings tailored to the local job market. See SkillUp offerings near you.
Financial Transparency
We are committed to transparency and fiscal responsibility. Access copies of our latest financial reports.
SkillUp Reviews
“SkillUp Coalition has supported me as I built a career in Technical Support. It provides me with quality resources, the best content, and guidance needed to be productive to build a career.”
Joyline Christine
SkillUp User
“I was really struggling to find a remote job that was a good fit for me. I had been applying for freelance jobs for months with no luck. Then, I found SkillUp Coalition. They offered me resources that helped me to identify my skills and interests. Their blog helped me create a resume and cover letter that would stand out to employers. I'm so grateful for their help.”
James Scott
SkillUp User
“Since joining SkillUp, it has help boost my confidence. I'm no longer uncomfortable seeking employment. I have skills that can be good for my desired company.”
Sharon Yoakum
SkillUp User
“SkillUp is a place to be when one needs resources, training, and jobs, all in one location. With just a click of a mouse, you can get a thousand of opportunities and build a promising future.”
Mercy Cheroo
SkillUp User
“SkillUp is like a library of knowledge, with something for everyone. Whether you're looking to learn a new skill, advance your career, or simply expand your horizons, SkillUp has something for you. Ever since I was referred by a friend who benefitted from SkillUp, I have never regretted utilizing it.”
Samwel West
SkillUp User
Our Roots: The Future of Rapid Reskilling
It doesn't need to be a 4-year degree. Rapid reskilling could be 4 months.
SkillUp's Founder, Josh Jarrett, created a rapid skilling nonprofit, SkillUp, during the height of the 2020 pandemic aimed to help un- or underemployed individuals find fulfilling jobs. To accomplish this he asked - What are the right jobs? How do they get there? Where will they gain these new skills? That's where SkillUp's career platform comes in.
