The Aspen Institute drives change through dialogue, leadership, and action to help solve the greatest challenges of our time.

Our Mission

The Aspen Institute is a global nonprofit organization committed to realizing a free, just, and equitable society. Founded in 1949, the Institute drives change through dialogue, leadership, and action to help solve the most important challenges facing the United States and the world.

• We bring together thoughtful people with diverse backgrounds and points of view.
• We cultivate and support values-based, purpose-driven leaders in many communities.
• We turn ideas into action and impact for individuals and society.

Work at the Aspen Institute

Aspen Institute employees come from a wide range of backgrounds and possess a unique blend of education, skill, and policy experience. We recognize that our people are our vital resource and we value their knowledge, enthusiasm, and commitment. At the Aspen Institute we offer competitive salaries and a wide variety of benefits to our employees and their families.

If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today.

The Aspen Institute is an equal opportunity employer. Employment selections and related decisions are made without regard to sexual orientation, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color or any other characteristic protected by law.

Our Culture
The Aspen Institute promotes an entrepreneurial environment. We value the ideas, initiative and the drive of employees. We know our employees’ opinions are valuable and help shape the Institute. We offer many opportunities to keep our employees engaged.