Breakthrough Makers bring unique worldviews that shape patient care, research, and education.
Be Your Authentic SelfDiversity among CHOP’s workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, and enriches the lives of all employees. Our inclusive culture will help you feel a sense of belonging and connection in the workplace.
Advance Pediatric HealthcareTo deliver culturally competent care, our workforce must reflect the diverse communities we serve. CHOP is dedicated to attracting talent who can help deliver on our mission to be a world leader in the advancement of pediatric healthcare.
Join Our CommunityTalent Acquisition strongly encourages candidates of diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. We work with and provide accommodations for persons of all abilities, including persons with disabilities.
CHOP's first Employee Resource Group (ERG), the Multicultural Physician's Alliance, was formed.
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groups promoting the exchange of ideas, encouraging mentorship, and influencing policies and practices.
4,037
members of ERGs and Clinical Affinity groups today.
All Abilities Resource Group
Share, develop, and recommend accommodations and resources for employees and families with disabilities at CHOP.
LGBTQ+ Pride
Support employees, patients, and families identifying as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ+).
Multicultural Professionals Network
Facilitate career development and community outreach opportunities for employees, patients, and families of all ethnicities.
Young Professionals Network
Encourage generational diversity in the workplace and engage in opportunities for early career professionals.
U.S. Military
Network, advocate, and discuss the best ways to integrate into the civilian workforce alongside veteran and military employees.
ISTEM
Address disparities and inclusion in the biomedical science, technology, engineering, and math workforce.
W.O.M.E.N.
Support women in CHOP’s workforce and share career development and work-life balance resources.
Multicultural Physician’s Alliance
Organize recruitment activities—and maintain a supportive social network—alongside more than 40 diverse Breakthrough Makers.
Providers of Pride
Join a physician-led network dedicated to identifying and addressing the needs of LGBTQ+ residents, fellows, and faculty.
Multicultural Nursing Alliance
Help foster an inclusive atmosphere and community within CHOP's Department of Nursing.
“Bringing diverse backgrounds, experiences, and expertise to research enhances innovation. Seeing a diverse group of investigators also increases the comfort of underrepresented populations and the trust of the community in scientific findings.”
Kemar PrussienPostdoctoral Research Fellow for Academic Diversity
“Being part of the PRIDE ERG, helping to drive changes in our technology and policies, and further building the already strong safe space provided to LGBTQ+ staff and patients at CHOP truly is one of the most rewarding parts of my job.” Rain HinkleBusiness Analyst II and PRIDE Co-Lead Executive Officer
“One of the best parts of my job is working with people to clear misconceptions and tear down barriers. Disability advocacy and accessibility have long been important to me, and it brings me a great deal of fulfillment to integrate those passions into the work that I do as an employee.”
Rose FranzenInstructional Specialist and AARG Communications Chair
In the Community
Philadelphia is home to diverse communities, cultures, and neighborhoods. We support several community engagement and career networking opportunities throughout the area.
