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Why Georgetown

Our Mission
In the spirit of the Catholic and Jesuit value of people for others, our mission is to meaningfully serve the current and future global university community to advance, support, and sustain the mission and strategic ambitions of Georgetown University through comprehensive engagement and philanthropic partnership. Our mission is to build the best, most professional, highest-performing, and innovation-oriented advancement organization in American higher education.

Values
Georgetown is built on several values that have set the institution apart from others. Each of these values are derived from the Jesuit foundation Georgetown stands on. You can find more information about these values here.

 

Professional Development
Advancement Culture
Our Benefits
Life in the District
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Professional Development

At Georgetown Advancement, we believe professional growth fuels personal and organizational success. From day one, teammates are supported by our Talent Management team, which leads a comprehensive professional development framework designed to help every individual grow, lead, and thrive.

Our approach includes career conversations that guide teammates in shaping their goals, leadership panels that spotlight real advancement journeys, trainings that drive career development, and in-depth engagement surveys that help us listen and respond to teammates’ well-being. We also encourage and sponsor teammates to attend national conferences and leadership development events, providing valuable exposure to best practices and thought leadership across the advancement and fundraising field.

Join a community that invests in your growth—where learning, connection, and career development are woven into every part of the Georgetown Advancement experience.

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Advancement Culture

Within Georgetown Advancement, we take pride in cultivating a culture where collaboration, innovation, and purpose thrive. Our teammates are passionate about making an impact, and we believe that great work happens when people feel supported, included, and inspired to bring their best selves to work each day.

We value curiosity, integrity, and connection—celebrating both individual growth and collective success. Whether it’s through team gatherings, cross-functional projects, or shared learning opportunities, we create space for every voice to be heard and every teammate to thrive.

Be part of a community that’s committed to doing meaningful work together.

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Our Benefits

Benefits & Well-Being

Georgetown University supports teammates’ health, well-being, and financial security through comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), and a Tuition Assistance Program (TAP).

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Tuition Assistance

Georgetown University offers tuition benefits to eligible employees and their children through the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP).

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Retirement

Plan for your future with Georgetown’s Retirement Program, featuring generous university contributions and the option to make pre-tax or Roth contributions.

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GUWellness

We offer a broad array of resources, programs, and experiences to support employees’ physical health, emotional well-being, spiritual growth, and workplace flourishing.

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PTO (Paid Time Off)

We know the importance of rest and balance. Georgetown University offers generous Paid Time Off (PTO) each year—giving our teammates the time they need to recharge, spend time with family, and pursue what matters most beyond work.

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Life In the District

Discover life and work in Washington, DC

At the heart of the nation’s capital, Georgetown University offers a one-of-a-kind setting where history, innovation, and service come together. Our campus overlooks the Potomac River, surrounded by the charm of the Georgetown neighborhood—just steps away from world-class museums, vibrant dining, and the energy of downtown DC.

As a global institution rooted in Jesuit values, Georgetown brings together thousands of students, faculty, and staff united by a shared commitment to learning, leadership, and the common good. Working here means joining a mission-driven community that not only shapes the next generation of leaders but also partners with organizations and changemakers across Washington and around the world.

Affectionately known as “the Hilltop,” Georgetown offers an inspiring place to live, learn, and grow. We invite you to experience a community where purpose meets possibility—right here in the nation’s capital.

Additional Resources About Washington, DC:

Official Tourism Site of Washington DC | Washington DC
Plan Your Smithsonian Visit | Smithsonian Institution
National Mall and Memorial Parks (U.S. National Park Service)
Events DC | We Make DC Happen