Careers at Root Cause

Since 2004, Root Cause has partnered with nonprofits, foundations, government, and business to advance solutions to today's toughest social issues. Our work is driven by our belief that we need a better way to address these issues. We envision a world in which leaders from all sectors work together in social impact markets that provide the support and incentive needed to foster social innovation and spread what works.

Our staff members drive this cutting edge work. In addition, they participate in Root Cause's Talent Development Program, in which every employee is given opportunities to improve his/her performance, for example, through our feedback and evaluation process, access to professional development resource (e.g., guest speakers, in-house discussions/seminars, external events, self-help materials, etc.), and on-the-job assignments.

We offer competitive benefits and a commitment to diversity in a dynamic, learning organization. We are based at Canal Park, Cambridge, MA, next to the CambridgeSide Galleria and a short walk from the Lechmere T stop.

We pursue our work through three initiatives (click to learn more):

Potential Future Needs

These positions are not currently open, but may become available in the near future. If you apply now, we will review your resume and notify you when the position opens.

About Volunteering

Root Cause seeks volunteers to join a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment intent on achieving enduring social impact. Volunteering with us offers an invaluable introduction to the social sector by providing the chance to learn by working on meaningful, varied projects while having the unique opportunity to interact with nonprofit organizations, business leaders, foundations and a range of other partners in the social innovation landscape. Our volunteers also have available to them a variety of career coaching opportunities. Not only will you will learn new skills and refine existing ones; you will have the opportunity to create a network of likeminded professionals who can help you succeed. Read More.