Wikimedia Foundation
Careers at Wikimedia Foundation
The Wikimedia Foundation is...
...the nonprofit organization that supports Wikipedia and the other Wikimedia free knowledge projects. Our vision is a world in which every single human can freely share in the sum of all knowledge. We believe that everyone has the potential to contribute something to our shared knowledge, and that everyone should be able to access that knowledge, free of interference. We host the Wikimedia projects, build software experiences for reading, contributing, and sharing Wikimedia content, support the volunteer communities and partners who make Wikimedia possible, and advocate for policies that enable Wikimedia and free knowledge to thrive. The Wikimedia Foundation is a charitable, not-for-profit organization that relies on donations. We receive financial support from millions of individuals around the world, with an average donation of about $15. We also receive donations through institutional grants and gifts. The Wikimedia Foundation is a United States 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization with offices in San Francisco, California, USA.
The Wikimedia Foundation is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage people with a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
Escape's take on Wikimedia Foundation
The Wikimedia Foundation is fueling a global movement for free knowledge with a nonprofit twist. They're the powerhouse behind Wikipedia, ensuring everyone can contribute to and access the sum of all knowledge without a price tag or pop-up ad in sight. Imagine working in an environment where your colleagues span the globe, all rallying around the mission of open-sourcing the world's information. With flexibility as a remote-first organization, opportunities to influence real change, and a commitment to diversity, working here feels more like a cause than a job. It's a step outside the cubicle and into a world where sharing knowledge is paramount.
Stats we are proud of
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1 billion unique devices visit Wikimedia sites every month
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4 stars from Charity Navigator - their highest rating.
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300
Languages supported on Wikipedia
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40 million articles on Wikipedia
Behind the scenes
Benefits & progressive ways of working
🌍 Flexible working
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Nomad friendly
Nomad - Anywhere -
Remote working trips
Remote working trips
🧰 General benefits
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Visa