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We're on a mission to empower the next generation with knowledge and training to end factory farming.

With over 600 alumni trained in leadership and advocacy across 200+ schools in over 35 states and over 20 countries, our fellows are creating lasting change on campuses and in their communities–and we’re just getting started.

If you’re driven by purpose and ready to make a real impact, explore our current openings below.

All positions are fully remote. At this time, we are only accepting applications based in the United States.

Open Roles

Board of Directors Member

In this role, you will provide strategic guidance, financial oversight, and governance as part of New Roots Institute’s highest level of leadership. Board members champion the mission to end factory farming, ensuring the organization remains mission-aligned, sustainable, and positioned for long-term impact across all areas of its work.

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Are you interested in working with us but don't see any opportunities currently posted on our website? If you believe you're an excellent fit for New Roots Institute, we encourage you to share your info below, and we'll keep you in mind as openings arise.

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Benefits & Perks

In addition to a collaborative and innovative work environment, full-time hires receive a comprehensive benefits package, including:

🏥 Subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance
🌴 Unlimited PTO (with a mandatory two-week minimum)
🗓️ 11 paid federal holidays
🌍 Fully remote work environment
🕰️ Flexible working hours outside of collaboration hours (9am-2pm PT M-F)
💸 401k retirement savings plan
🧠 Annual professional development stipend
🏠 Annual home office stipend
📞 Phone, internet, and computer reimbursement
🛫Annual in-person team meeting (fully funded)

Hiring Process

We strive for a transparent and fair hiring process, intentionally designed to connect you with a role that genuinely matters. Every position directly advances our mission, and our thorough process ensures we find candidates who are best positioned to make a significant impact.

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Skills Task
Screening Interview
Competencies Interview
Work History Interview
Reference Checks
Job Offer and Background Check

Working at New Roots

Working at New Roots Institute isn't a job for us; it's a commitment to a cause. We’re a collaborative, values-driven nonprofit working at the intersection of student development and systemic change. Our programs empower students to lead transformative campaigns that reshape their schools, communities, and the future of our food system.

Our Culture

Environment & Sustainability
Examine the environmental impacts of factory farming and explore strategies for creating a sustainable food system.
Animal Ethics
Investigate how factory farming affects animal lives, including ethical considerations and the treatment of animals.
Social Justice
Understand how factory farming intersects with broader social justice issues, including labor, equity, and community health, and explore ways to drive systemic change.
Health & Well-being
Consider how factory farming affects human health, from individual well-being to community health outcomes, and explore strategies to promote healthier communities.
Law & Policy
Examine the limitations and barriers of existing laws and regulations around food systems, and learn how civic engagement and the legislative process can be leveraged to advance a more just and sustainable food system.
Business & Innovation
Explore the obstacles and opportunities in using technology and business to reduce reliance on factory farming and drive systemic change.

Hear from Our Team

MONICA CHEN
Executive Director
I’m constantly inspired by the dedication and world-class talent of my colleagues at New Roots. Being surrounded by such driven, mission-focused people motivates me to level up every day. It’s deeply fulfilling to know that the work we do together is making a real difference in the world.
ELLIE GRONDIN
Sr. Program Coordinator
One of my favorite parts about working at New Roots is how we all truly incorporate our organizational values into everyday work that supports a caring culture of feedback. I’ve never felt more aligned with my team or supported in my development as I have working here.
BEN FINEMAN
Sr. Manager of Curriculum
What could be better than regularly collaborating with a bunch of talented, motivated, and hard-working people who care deeply about the mission to end factory farming? It’s not hyperbole to say that I feel exceptionally lucky to work at New Roots, and I’ve heard multiple coworkers express this same sentiment in the time I’ve been with the organization.
RACHEL RIEMAN
Development Manager
Every day, I have the opportunity to collaborate with passionate, mission-driven colleagues who believe in the power of our fellows to create lasting change for a just and sustainable food system. The organization's intentional investment in its culture encourages genuine connection, strong collaboration, and shared accountability, which makes the work both impactful and rewarding.
KEITH ALLISON
Senior Educator
From my first day three years ago, I was impressed with the true collaboration of this org: how valued my voice was, how ideas were genuinely listened to, how real feedback was encouraged, how we always strive to improve. I get to work with people I care about, who bring great skills and insights, on a cause of great importance.
JACK WHITE
Campaigns Specialist
New Roots Institute's culture is genuine and constantly positively impacts me. I truly feel like New Roots cares about my professional and personal development.
MONICA CHEN
Executive Director
I’m constantly inspired by the dedication and world-class talent of my colleagues at New Roots. Being surrounded by such driven, mission-focused people motivates me to level up every day. It’s deeply fulfilling to know that the work we do together is making a real difference in the world.
ELLIE GRONDIN
Sr. Program Coordinator
One of my favorite parts about working at New Roots is how we all truly incorporate our organizational values into everyday work that supports a caring culture of feedback. I’ve never felt more aligned with my team or supported in my development as I have working here.

Our DNA

FIERCE COMPETENCE
We focus on achieving the greatest impact by effectively empowering the largest number of people.
HUMBLE SELF-AWARENESS
We recognize that we don’t have all the answers and practice curiosity, listening to others—including those we believe we disagree with—to grow as individuals and as an organization.
READY ADAPTATION
We understand that social and informational contexts evolve, and seek new knowledge to update our perspectives and optimize our approach.
INCLUSIVE COLLABORATION
We strive to see beyond our egos to meet others where they're at and collectively strengthen our impact.
CARING ACCOUNTABILITY
We show our commitment to one another and our cause by holding ourselves to a standard no lower than excellence, openly addressing issues with honesty and directness.