Careers at RIT

At RIT, people power our mission.

Every idea, every breakthrough, every success starts with talented individuals working together to shape what's next. When you join our team, you become part of a community driven by creativity, collaboration, and purpose—where your contributions fuel innovation and help us achieve excellence for the greater good.

Discover Why RIT Is The Right Place For Your Career

Come shape the future with us. Contribute to bold ideas and breakthrough innovations that power RIT's mission to improve the world.


Growth and Benefits

Exceptional benefits, competitive compensation, wellness programs, flexible work options, and robust retirement—while advancing your career through tuition assistance, leadership training, and structured professional growth opportunities.
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Collaboration and Community

Work in an environment that values collaboration and fosters a strong sense of community. Share ideas, learn from others, and make an impact as part of a welcoming, connected team.
Experience life at RIT


Spirit of Innovation

We’re fueled by curiosity and potential. Our spirit inspires imagination, sparks innovation, and champions creativity. Contribute to the research excellence that powers RIT’s mission.
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What RIT Employees Say

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RIT and Rochester, NY

Experience a world-class university in a city known for its culture, history, and quality of life. See what makes our community unique.

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Student Employment at RIT

In keeping with RIT’s tradition of experiential education, student employment is another aspect of the student’s educational experience. The skills and attitudes developed through working are vital components of our students’ growth and maturity.

Learn more about Student Employment.

Veteran and Military Services

RIT is proud to be recognized as a military-friendly campus. We support veterans, active-duty service members, and their families with resources, benefits, and a welcoming environment. Learn more about Veteran and Military Services.

Equal Opportunity 

RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law.

If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to hr@rit.edu. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

For more information or inquiries, please visit RIT/TitleIX or the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights.

More information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law is available on the EEOC Poster

Digital versions of federal and state workplace postings regarding employee rights are available online.

Learn about access, engagement, and success at RIT.