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The Rockefeller Foundation is a place to make bold, transformative change and build a meaningful career.

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Working for The Rockefeller Foundation means that you are part of a global, pioneering team that’s funding solutions to some of humanity’s most critical challenges.

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Internships

We’re excited to collaborate with students passionate about reimagining the future, expanding opportunity, and tackling the climate crisis. Our recruitment is global, with applications reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications for the 2025 Summer Associate Program are now open — positions fill quickly, so we encourage candidates to apply early and check back regularly for new openings.

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Our Culture

If you want to make big bets for humanity, join us. We are innovative trailblazers who seek bold, transformative change that promotes a healthier planet, makes opportunity universal and sustainable, and enables individuals, families, and communities to flourish.

Everyone at the Foundation is guided by our values of Transparency, Optimism, Accountability, Collaboration, Trust and Equity. We operate from a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in everything we do, from our grantmaking to our operations.

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Our Benefits

Through the Foundation’s vast array of health and wellness benefits, we take a holistic approach to supporting our team’s overall energy and vitality.

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Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are core to who we are at The Rockefeller Foundation (RF). We are at our best when the talented people of RF work and thrive in a dynamic environment, where inclusion is encouraged, differences are respected, and equity is paramount, for both our team members, grantees and partners. Our strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion starts with our definitions:

Diversity is the representation of all our varied individual and community identities, differences, and lived experiences. We believe diversity is essential to fulfilling our mission to promote the well-being of humanity and developing innovative people-centered climate solutions.

Equity is the commitment to access, opportunity, advancement, and fair treatment for all people – regardless of their differences and identities. We strive to leverage all the tools at our disposal for the benefit and empowerment of the communities we serve, especially those that have been historically marginalized.

Inclusion is the intentional and active engagement of diverse voices, perspectives, and expertise within and beyond our organization. We believe that true inclusion of our global team, grantees and partners will deepen our culture of belonging and maximize our collective impact on the people we serve.

We have launched RF Affinity Groups to develop a culture of belonging and improve engagement across our global and regional locations. Our affinity groups below are inclusive communities for all team members and allies:

ALMA – Advancing Latino Minds & Aspirations
Our vision is to lead with purpose and pride, fostering a culture of belonging that empowers Latino/Hispanic employees and allies to thrive, advance equity, and celebrate the richness of our community with joy.

Black Allegiance
The mission of the Black Allegiance Affinity Group is to promote and advocate for the well-being and success of Black employees at The Rockefeller Foundation.

Out in Impact
Out in Impact is committed to supporting the Foundation’s efforts to create an inclusive environment and elevate important issues for LGBTQ+ communities. We carry out this mission by raising awareness through education, creating inclusive opportunities that celebrate queerness, and advancing equity and opportunity for LGBTQ+ people both inside and outside the Foundation.

RF Asian Network
Our mission is to uplift and empower Asian voices and stories, foster community at the Foundation, and continuously champion learning and equity.

Rockefellas
Rockefellas mission is to foster an inclusive, equitable, and supportive workplace community for all by providing men(+) opportunities to connect with each other, learn together, and collaborate in service of a better RF.

RockefellHER
RockefellHER empowers RF women to cultivate an inclusive environment where we can excel and make a lasting impact within the organization and beyond.

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Accessibility and EEO Statement

The Rockefeller Foundation is committed to providing an accessible environment for all candidates during the recruitment process. If you require accessibility assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please call (212) 852-8475. Requests/inquiries received for non-accommodation-related issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.

The Rockefeller Foundation is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws concerning employment discrimination, including the Americans with Disabilities Act. To this end, the Foundation ensures equal opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, lawful alien status, physical, mental, and medical disability, veteran status or liability for service in the United States Armed Forces.

Our Mission

Our mission, promoting the well-being of humanity throughout the world, remains unchanged since 1913. Today, that mission requires us to find and scale solutions to advance opportunity and reverse the climate crisis.

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