Jobs at Cornell

Cornell University was founded in 1865 to educate students without regard to race, gender, religion, or wealth. Today Cornell also seeks a wide diversity of visionary faculty and equally talented staff.  We celebrate differences, encourage dialogue, and inspire discovery. We are committed to recruiting and retaining the best and brightest faculty and staff.

Whether you are a current Cornell employee or are considering a career here, the job opportunities are always varied and often unexpected. Explore our openings and find your own unique place in our community.

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External applicants

Job listings available to external applicants and Cornell employees.

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internal applicants

Job listings available only to regular Cornell employees.

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How to Apply

Applying online is easy: Search for the kind of position you are interested in, select "Apply" and follow the detailed application instructions provided. General Employment Sessions are held regularly to answer your questions in person.

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There's a Place for You at Cornell

Cornell is inclusive, diverse, welcoming. It provides a world of opportunity for those who desire to explore, push the boundaries of knowledge, be creative, make connections. The university has won numerous workplace awards – testimony that we value our talented staff and faculty.

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Cornell's Campuses

The main campus is in Ithaca, NY, a city which, like the university, is inclusive, welcoming, bursting with creativity. But Cornell’s campuses also extend to New York City, various parts of the United States and around the globe.