Career Opportunities

The Chicago Council on Global Affairs offers a dynamic, challenging, and thought-provoking environment in which to expand professional horizons. We seek intelligent, team-oriented professionals who can contribute to the advancement of study and dialogue on issues of international concern.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, handicap or disability, marital status, military service or veteran status, genetic information, or for any other reason prohibited by applicable law. 

Open Positions

Throughout the year we have opportunities ranging from research and program support, to fundraising, to communications, and technology.

The assistant director of digital marketing manages the Council’s marketing efforts and is responsible for building and executing data-driven marketing plans and strategies to expand our digital audiences. 

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The development officer provides high-level administrative and project support for the vice president of development and larger development team.

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The director of human resources is responsible for directing the strategies and implementation of human resources initiatives and activities, which support the Council’s organizational goals.

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The development officer, foundation relations is responsible for coordinating and tracking all pre-and post-grant foundation award activities. In addition, they will engage in prospect research, proposal development, stewardship tasks, and data analytics work related to foundation relations activities across the Council.

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Internships The Council offers undergraduate juniors and seniors, and graduate students the opportunity to learn about our organization and participate in a variety of duties associated with ongoing projects through its internship program.
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Leadership development opportunities From membership to the Emerging Leaders Program, the Council offers myriad ways to engage in Chicago’s rich international affairs community.
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