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We’re always looking for more good people to help us bring learning and laughter to children everywhere.

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Sesame Workshop isn’t just a nonprofit educational organization like no other — it’s also a great place to work.

We’re always looking for more good people to help us bring learning and laughter to children everywhere.

Health

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, plus HSA and FSA options.

Family

Parental leave for the birth or adoption of a child, plus bereavement and family emergency days.

Finance

401k matching program and bonus opportunities.

Connections

Get as involved as you like with softball, volleyball, bowling, Sesame Choir, yoga, workout classes, staff parties, and more.

Time Away

Generous paid time off to recharge your batteries or explore the world.

Diversity and Inclusion

We strive for a workforce that reflects the world we hope to create. We’re committed to building a place where everyone feels like they belong.

Diversity and Inclusion at Sesame

Sesame Workshop is dedicated to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), both within our workplace and in society through the media we create. We care about recruiting, developing, and retaining staff and leaders with diverse perspectives and backgrounds. We’re committed to lifting an array of voices through our Writers’ Room fellowship program and our comprehensive internal DEI initiatives.

Employees (US) as of June 2023

14% Asian (49)
12% Black or African American (43)
13% Hispanic or Latino (46)
1% Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander (3)
4% Two or More Races (15)
55% White (195)
0% Non-Disclosed (1)

Race & Ethnicity Diversity

*Race and ethnicity designations are used in accordance with the standards set by the Department of Labor for being designated a Federal Employer. We are required to follow the requirements defined by the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP).

14% Asian (40)
13% Black or African American (37)
13% Hispanic or Latino (36)
0% Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander (1)
5% Two or More Races (13)
55% White (158)
0% Non-Disclosed (1)

Race & Ethnicity Diversity: Assistant to Sr. Director

14% Asian (9)
9% Black or African American (6)
15% Hispanic or Latino (10)
3% Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander (2)
3% Two or More Races (2)
56% White (37)
0% Non-Disclosed (0)

Race & Ethnicity Diversity: VP +

28% Men (99)
0% Non-Binary (1)
72% Women (252)

Gender Identity

Internship and Fellowship Programs

Just starting your career? Why not start it here? We’re always looking for more good people to help us bring learning and laughter to children everywhere.

Learn About Our Internships Learn About Our Fellowships

Job Listings

Have a look at our current open positions for employment. More questions? You can contact us at sesamecareers@sesame.org.

Full Time
Temporary

Full Time

Temporary

Business Development Specialist- Fundraising Philanthropic Development Hybrid in New York, NY

Sesame Workshop is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Sesame Workshop will work actively to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to qualified applicants with a disability. Should you wish to apply for a position with Sesame Workshop and you require assistance due to a disability to complete the application please contact sesamecareers@sesame.org. Please indicate in the subject line “Request for Accommodation.”