Careers at ICANN

Mission

We help ensure a stable, secure, and unified global Internet

To reach another person on the Internet, you need to type an address – a name or a number – into your computer or other device. That address must be unique so computers know where to find each other. ICANN helps coordinate and support these unique identifiers across the world. ICANN was formed in 1998 as a nonprofit public benefit corporation with a community of participants from all over the world.

People

Our people are ICANN’s greatest asset

ICANN’s mission is bold: Internet stability, security, and interoperability. Each of these are critical undertakings that require creativity, consensus-building, and good old-fashioned hard work. If you’re passionate about the Internet as a force for good, you’ll fit in great here. Read what our team members have to say about working at ICANN.

I wanted to focus my legal career on matters that serve the public interest. At ICANN, we all support the same mission – ensuring that the Internet works to serve the greater good.
Liz
Associate General Counsel
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My parents were aid workers. I was fascinated by their travels, worldly friends, and conversations in many languages. ICANN is the international family I’ve always belonged to.
Alexandra
Communications Director, the Americas
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ICANN serves all Internet users, enabling them to connect in a safe and secure manner. I’m proud to be part of the ICANN organization and to contribute to its unique and meaningful purpose.
Baher
Vice President, Stakeholder Engagement - Middle East, and Managing Director - Middle East and Africa
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My job is to help managers transcend day-to-day tasks and become leaders. ICANN knows that helping people grow is what makes them stay and I love being part of empowering our employees.
Jeanette
Learning and Development Director
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I’m passionate about addressing language barriers to technology. At ICANN, I work with communities around the world to enable domains in their local languages and scripts.
Sarmad
Senior Director, Internationalized Domain Names and Universal Acceptance Programs
Portrait of Sarmad
ICANN is the most culturally diverse place I've ever worked. We not only acknowledge, but respect cultural differences and revel in each other’s successes. This place is special.
Maya
Senior Meeting Planner and Operations Analyst
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I provide technical support to my colleagues. It requires adapting to many cultures and contexts in a constantly evolving environment. I find it fascinating and rewarding.
Eric
Senior End User Support 2
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Knowing that I'm involved in one of the global projects of modern times is incredibly fulfilling. My colleagues are always there for me with knowledge and a touch of humor.
Alexey
Government and IGO Engagement Manager
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There’s only one place in the world that coordinates the Internet’s unique identifiers. That’s ICANN. I get a unique view into it, and I am part of how the Internet works.
Yazid
Technical Engagement Specialist
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ICANN is exceptional because of the people. I have great professional and personal rapport with my teammates, and my colleagues on other teams. ICANN creates that positive environment that fosters a great work culture.
Kirsten
Financial Planning and Analysis Senior Manager
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Supporting a diverse and international community of stakeholders to develop domain name policy has stimulated my personal and professional growth.
Ariel
Policy Development Support Senior Specialist (GNSO)
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I'm lucky enough to run ICANN's fellowship program, which welcomes young people from developing countries to learn about ICANN. It's amazing to be part of something that is expanding opportunities and changing lives all over the world.
Siranush
Fellowship Program Manager
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I believe there’s a ripple effect arising from the work that we do at ICANN, and that our professional contributions have a profound impact on society as a whole.
Mukesh
Global Domains Division Programs Director
Portrait of Mukesh
I work with incredibly smart people from diverse backgrounds. Our day-to-day work is challenging but we all work together to find creative and effective solutions.
May
Contractual Compliance Senior Specialist
Portrait of May
I wanted to focus my legal career on matters that serve the public interest. At ICANN, we all support the same mission – ensuring that the Internet works to serve the greater good.
Portrait of Liz
Liz
Associate General Counsel
My parents were aid workers. I was fascinated by their travels, worldly friends, and conversations in many languages. ICANN is the international family I’ve always belonged to.
Portrait of Alexandra
Alexandra
Communications Director, the Americas
ICANN serves all Internet users, enabling them to connect in a safe and secure manner. I’m proud to be part of the ICANN organization and to contribute to its unique and meaningful purpose.
Portrait of Baher
Baher
Vice President, Stakeholder Engagement - Middle East, and Managing Director - Middle East and Africa
My job is to help managers transcend day-to-day tasks and become leaders. ICANN knows that helping people grow is what makes them stay and I love being part of empowering our employees.
Portrait of Jeanette
Jeanette
Learning and Development Director
I’m passionate about addressing language barriers to technology. At ICANN, I work with communities around the world to enable domains in their local languages and scripts.
Portrait of Sarmad
Sarmad
Senior Director, Internationalized Domain Names and Universal Acceptance Programs
ICANN is the most culturally diverse place I've ever worked. We not only acknowledge, but respect cultural differences and revel in each other’s successes. This place is special.
Portrait of Maya
Maya
Senior Meeting Planner and Operations Analyst
I provide technical support to my colleagues. It requires adapting to many cultures and contexts in a constantly evolving environment. I find it fascinating and rewarding.
Portrait of Eric
Eric
Senior End User Support 2
Knowing that I'm involved in one of the global projects of modern times is incredibly fulfilling. My colleagues are always there for me with knowledge and a touch of humor.
Portrait of Alexey
Alexey
Government and IGO Engagement Manager
There’s only one place in the world that coordinates the Internet’s unique identifiers. That’s ICANN. I get a unique view into it, and I am part of how the Internet works.
Portrait of Yazid
Yazid
Technical Engagement Specialist
ICANN is exceptional because of the people. I have great professional and personal rapport with my teammates, and my colleagues on other teams. ICANN creates that positive environment that fosters a great work culture.
Portrait of Kirsten
Kirsten
Financial Planning and Analysis Senior Manager
Supporting a diverse and international community of stakeholders to develop domain name policy has stimulated my personal and professional growth.
Portrait of Ariel
Ariel
Policy Development Support Senior Specialist (GNSO)
I'm lucky enough to run ICANN's fellowship program, which welcomes young people from developing countries to learn about ICANN. It's amazing to be part of something that is expanding opportunities and changing lives all over the world.
Portrait of Siranush
Siranush
Fellowship Program Manager
I believe there’s a ripple effect arising from the work that we do at ICANN, and that our professional contributions have a profound impact on society as a whole.
Portrait of Mukesh
Mukesh
Global Domains Division Programs Director
I work with incredibly smart people from diverse backgrounds. Our day-to-day work is challenging but we all work together to find creative and effective solutions.
Portrait of May
May
Contractual Compliance Senior Specialist
I wanted to focus my legal career on matters that serve the public interest. At ICANN, we all support the same mission – ensuring that the Internet works to serve the greater good.
Liz
Associate General Counsel
Portrait of Liz
My parents were aid workers. I was fascinated by their travels, worldly friends, and conversations in many languages. ICANN is the international family I’ve always belonged to.
Alexandra
Communications Director, the Americas
Portrait of Alexandra
ICANN serves all Internet users, enabling them to connect in a safe and secure manner. I’m proud to be part of the ICANN organization and to contribute to its unique and meaningful purpose.
Baher
Vice President, Stakeholder Engagement - Middle East, and Managing Director - Middle East and Africa
Portrait of Baher
My job is to help managers transcend day-to-day tasks and become leaders. ICANN knows that helping people grow is what makes them stay and I love being part of empowering our employees.
Jeanette
Learning and Development Director
Portrait of Jeanette
I’m passionate about addressing language barriers to technology. At ICANN, I work with communities around the world to enable domains in their local languages and scripts.
Sarmad
Senior Director, Internationalized Domain Names and Universal Acceptance Programs
Portrait of Sarmad
ICANN is the most culturally diverse place I've ever worked. We not only acknowledge, but respect cultural differences and revel in each other’s successes. This place is special.
Maya
Senior Meeting Planner and Operations Analyst
Portrait of Maya
I provide technical support to my colleagues. It requires adapting to many cultures and contexts in a constantly evolving environment. I find it fascinating and rewarding.
Eric
Senior End User Support 2
Portrait of Eric
Knowing that I'm involved in one of the global projects of modern times is incredibly fulfilling. My colleagues are always there for me with knowledge and a touch of humor.
Alexey
Government and IGO Engagement Manager
Portrait of Alexey
There’s only one place in the world that coordinates the Internet’s unique identifiers. That’s ICANN. I get a unique view into it, and I am part of how the Internet works.
Yazid
Technical Engagement Specialist
Portrait of Yazid
ICANN is exceptional because of the people. I have great professional and personal rapport with my teammates, and my colleagues on other teams. ICANN creates that positive environment that fosters a great work culture.
Kirsten
Financial Planning and Analysis Senior Manager
Portrait of Kirsten
Supporting a diverse and international community of stakeholders to develop domain name policy has stimulated my personal and professional growth.
Ariel
Policy Development Support Senior Specialist (GNSO)
Portrait of Ariel
I'm lucky enough to run ICANN's fellowship program, which welcomes young people from developing countries to learn about ICANN. It's amazing to be part of something that is expanding opportunities and changing lives all over the world.
Siranush
Fellowship Program Manager
Portrait of Siranush
I believe there’s a ripple effect arising from the work that we do at ICANN, and that our professional contributions have a profound impact on society as a whole.
Mukesh
Global Domains Division Programs Director
Portrait of Mukesh
I work with incredibly smart people from diverse backgrounds. Our day-to-day work is challenging but we all work together to find creative and effective solutions.
May
Contractual Compliance Senior Specialist
Portrait of May

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are a part of our DNA

Over twenty years ago, ICANN was formed to ensure all voices could participate in shaping the Internet. This model has defined us, and we live by the idea that welcoming and respecting diversity, equity, and inclusivity, is the best way to ensure the Internet remains free, open, and accessible. Within the organization, we strive to create an environment where we all respect, support, value, and celebrate each other. At ICANN:

Our hiring practices reflect the diversity of the world.
All team members are trained in diversity, equity, and inclusion.

ICANN is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, physical or mental disability, sex, (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), childbirth or related medical conditions, family care status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristics protected by law.

Work Culture

Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do

ICANN’s work culture energizes all of us. It’s not something we simply write and talk about; it is something we feel. We know that creating and sustaining a positive work culture is a critical part of our success. It impacts everything, from team morale to our work with our stakeholders. Each team member plays an important role in building, improving, and growing our culture.

Exterior of six ICANN employees standing and sitting together.

When our team members wake up in the morning, and log on, or arrive at the office, they know that they are part of something bigger, something extraordinary. No other organization in the world does what ICANN does. It’s a place for people who care about fostering meaningful connections and collaboration, and committing to shared values.

Three ICANN employees seated together at an ICANN meeting.

Benefits

Investing in our team

We work hard to hire the most talented and passionate people possible and we want to keep them! Our extensive benefits and perks demonstrate that we care about our people, and offer programs to support the health and wellbeing of our team members and their families. Explore the benefit areas below to learn more about how ICANN cares for and invests in our people.

ICANN Locations

From Los Angeles to Beijing, and everywhere in between

We have locations around the world and many of our team members work entirely remotely.

Headquarters
Los Angeles

12025 Waterfront Drive, Suite 300

Los Angeles, CA 90094-2536, USA

The downtown Los Angeles skyline as seen through a grove of palm trees.
Engagement Center
Washington, D.C.

1901 L Street NW, Suite 300

Washington, DC 20036, USA

A view of the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.
Regional Office
Montevideo

La Casa de Internet de Latinoamérica y el Caribe

Rambla República de México 6125

11400 Montevideo, Uruguay

The Palacio Salvo building in Montevideo, Uruguay.
Regional Office
Brussels

6 Rond-Point Schuman

B-1040 Brussels, Belgium

A cityscape aerial view of Brussels, Belgium.
Engagement Center
Geneva

REGUS Nations

Rue Pre-de-la-Bichette, 1

1202 Geneva - Switzerland

An aerial view of the Geneva Water Fountain in Geneva, Switzerland.
Regional Office
Istanbul

Hakki Yeten Cad. Selenium

Plaza No:10/C K:10

34349 Istanbul, Türkiye

Sultan Ahmed Mosque in Istanbul, Türkiye.
Engagement Center
Nairobi

Regus Center

17th Floor

JKUAT Towers, Kenyatta Avenue

PO BOX 15168-00400

Nairobi, Kenya

A cityscape aerial view of Nairobi, Kenya.
Regional Office
Singapore

South Beach Tower

38 Beach Road, Unit 04-11

Singapore 189767

The Bay East Garden in Singapore.
Engagement Center
Beijing

5th Floor, No. 1 Building, Software Park

Chinese Academy of Sciences

4 South 4th Street

Zhongguancun, Haidian District, Beijing, China

An aerial view of the Forbidden City in Beijing, China.
Los Angeles
Washington, D.C.
Montevideo
Brussels
Geneva
Istanbul
Nairobi
Singapore
Beijing
Headquarters
The downtown Los Angeles skyline as seen through a grove of palm trees.
Los Angeles

12025 Waterfront Drive, Suite 300

Los Angeles, CA 90094-2536, USA

Engagement Center
A view of the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C.

1901 L Street NW, Suite 300

Washington, DC 20036, USA

Regional Office
The Palacio Salvo building in Montevideo, Uruguay.
Montevideo

La Casa de Internet de Latinoamérica y el Caribe

Rambla República de México 6125

11400 Montevideo, Uruguay

Regional Office
A cityscape aerial view of Brussels, Belgium.
Brussels

6 Rond-Point Schuman

B-1040 Brussels, Belgium

Engagement Center
An aerial view of the Geneva Water Fountain in Geneva, Switzerland.
Geneva

REGUS Nations

Rue Pre-de-la-Bichette, 1

1202 Geneva - Switzerland

Regional Office
Sultan Ahmed Mosque in Istanbul, Türkiye.
Istanbul

Hakki Yeten Cad. Selenium

Plaza No:10/C K:10

34349 Istanbul, Türkiye

Engagement Center
A cityscape aerial view of Nairobi, Kenya.
Nairobi

Regus Center

17th Floor

JKUAT Towers, Kenyatta Avenue

PO BOX 15168-00400

Nairobi, Kenya

Regional Office
The Bay East Garden in Singapore.
Singapore

South Beach Tower

38 Beach Road, Unit 04-11

Singapore 189767

Engagement Center
An aerial view of the Forbidden City in Beijing, China.
Beijing

5th Floor, No. 1 Building, Software Park

Chinese Academy of Sciences

4 South 4th Street

Zhongguancun, Haidian District, Beijing, China

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