Careers
We seek to strengthen our civic culture by helping people recognize our shared humanity, embrace our differences as strengths, and work together to solve collective challenges.
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Our Values
We approach every interaction with empathy, patience, and respect. We are committed to building a team that brings together differing perspectives and experiences, where everyone can contribute fully and feel valued.
We practice intellectual humility by questioning our assumptions and updating our beliefs in the face of compelling information. We seek out diverse perspectives to sharpen our thinking and expand our understanding.
We prioritize the scientific process and follow the evidence where it leads. We ensure our educational tools reflect the latest scientific evidence, and we rigorously evaluate them and refine them accordingly.
Bridging divides is delicate work that requires diligent planning and thorough execution. That is why we have a steadfast commitment to doing what’s right rather than what’s easy in our interactions, processes, and work output.
We constantly seek to improve ourselves, our team, and our educational tools. We embody a growth mindset by embracing mistakes as learning opportunities.
Though we are deliberative, we learn fast and are able to pivot when the evidence points us in a new direction. We recognize the complexity and uncertainty of the world around us, and we adapt accordingly to achieve our mission.
Perks
Our perks are intended to provide team members with the resources you need for success.Flexibility
Employees are able to work from home and enjoy unlimited paid time off.
Benefits
Our benefits include healthcare, wellness resources, 401K, and an annual professional development stipend.
Technology
When you join, you'll receive a new laptop and workstation equipment of your choice.
Current Openings
CDI is looking for a Business Development Representative to help bring constructive dialogue to more campuses, organizations, and communities across the country. The Business Development Representative’s primary responsibility will be to drive growth by identifying, engaging, and qualifying new partnership opportunities—expanding CDI’s reach and impact across higher education and other key sectors.
The ideal candidate brings strong communication and relationship-building skills, along with experience in outbound outreach, lead generation, and pipeline development. They will be responsible for researching and prospecting potential partners, initiating conversations with decision-makers, and nurturing early-stage relationships that translate into meaningful opportunities for CDI’s programs. This role requires a proactive, organized, and mission-aligned individual who is energized by connecting with others and advancing work that fosters constructive dialogue.
This role will report to CDI’s sales leadership. They will work closely with colleagues across CDI to support partnership development, strengthen the organization’s growth strategy, and ensure our offerings reach institutions and communities seeking to build healthier, more constructive conversations.
Learn More and ApplyAn Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, political orientation, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, or national or ethnic origin.
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