At a time when the world faces a growing number of public health challenges, from infectious to chronic diseases, the CDC Foundation has a very real opportunity to make a difference. The CDC Foundation is a nonprofit that helps the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) save and improve lives throughout the world. We combine philanthropic and private resources with CDC’s world-class scientific expertise and the CDC Foundation’s speed and flexibility to create innovative, high-impact programs and breakthrough collaborations.

We realize our success depends on our most valuable resource—our staff. The CDC Foundation looks for committed, talented professionals willing to engage in the complex work of protecting the public’s health. We value diversity of talent, ideas and backgrounds. Our staff works with CDC, public health authorities and partners to develop creative solutions to some of the world’s most complex health challenges.
 

Different Ways to Work with the CDC Foundation

CDC Foundation staff members manage and raise funds to support hundreds of programs, facilitate partnerships and lead the day-to-day operations of the organization—we recruit staff who are experts in program management, fundraising, population health, communications, finance, technology and more. We also manage field employees who work with CDC and public health organizations to help implement programs, work in labs or conduct research.

Search open positions, apply online or check the status of your application at these links:

Apply for a CDC Foundation Open Position
CDC Foundation staff positions include internal and field positions that manage projects supported by our donors and lead the day-to-day operations of the organization. 

Workforce Services Jobs – State Funded Projects and Overdose Data to Action
Apply now for staffing opportunities in a wide variety of job positions to help states, territorial, local and tribal health departments meet the ongoing public health needs of communities across the country. Remote and on-site positions are available, with full benefits.

Build the Future of Public Health Data — Make an Impact That Reaches Every Community  

The CDC Foundation’s Workforce Acceleration Initiative (WAI) is hiring skilled data, technology and public health professionals who want their work to make a meaningful difference. WAI strengthens national public health infrastructure by accelerating data modernization and helping agencies deliver equitable, timely and effective services.

These positions are grant-funded through June 30, 2027, meaning your role contributes directly to a focused national initiative with clear goals and measurable outcomes. You’ll be part of a mission-driven, time-limited effort that is shaping the future of public health data systems during a critical period of transformation.

If you’re motivated by purposeful work that creates real impact, WAI may be the right opportunity for you.

Why Work with the CDC Foundation?

Mission-Driven Work with Measurable Impact

• Modernize outdated public health data systems
• Improve the speed and accuracy of information reaching communities
• Strengthen health for all through better data quality and reporting
• Support systems that benefit communities long after the grant ends

Comprehensive Benefits That Support You and Your Well-Being

Eligible employees working 25 hours or more per week receive a full, competitive benefits package. Benefits begin on the first day of the month following hire.

Our benefits include:

• Generous Paid Time Off: vacation, sick days, volunteer leave, expanded bereavement leave
• Six weeks of Paid Leave for qualifying life events
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Mental health and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support
• 403(b) retirement savings with a strong employer contribution:
  • The Foundation contributes 10 percent of your salary when you contribute at least 2 percent, beginning after 90 days
• A mission-first, inclusive culture grounded in balance and well-being

Eligible Grant-funded team members receive the full benefits package.

WAI Cohort 3 Hiring — New Roles Launched 

We are hiring for highly skilled professionals across roles such as the following:

• Business Analyst
• Systems Architect
• DevOps Engineer
• Data Scientist
• Informatics Project Manager
• Data Modernization Senior Advisor
   

WAI Employee Testimonials

Ready to Make an Impact? 

    Apply Today

Questions? Contact us at jobs@cdcfoundation.org.

We welcome applicants who are ready to support this national initiative. Apply today to contribute to meaningful, mission-driven work that improves health outcomes for communities everywhere.
 

Interested in our internship program? Learn more

Beware of Potential Recruiting Scams

In August 2023, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) published a Consumer Alert noting that scammers are posing as “recruiters” for well-known organizations. The FTC also shared other information on this scam. To help avoid being a victim of a scam, never give out personal information before doing research. Also, you should not use a phone number, respond to an email or open any links from someone you are not expecting to hear from who indicates they are a “recruiter,” or anyone using a “careers-cdcfoundation.org” address. We also encourage interested candidates to apply for open positions directly through the CDC Foundation’s website. Also note, we never ask for any sort of compensation from applicants as a condition of employment with the CDC Foundation.

We encourage applicants to contact the CDC Foundation directly using the email hr@cdcfoundation.org if you have any concerns. If you suspect you have been targeted in a scam like that described above, you can report your experience to the FTC at this link.

Do you need to certify employment for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)?

CDC Foundation staff or previous employees who are federal student loan borrowers pursuing loan forgiveness, please submit the PSLF form for employment verification to demonstrate your employment history to hrforms@cdcfoundation.org. The PSFL is a federal initiative to provide debt relief for individuals working in nonprofit and public service sectors. If approved by the program, borrowers can have their federal loans forgiven after they have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer. Learn more about the PSLF program.