Careers
Putting the closet in the cloud is a complex challenge, one that
attracts those with an entrepreneurial spirit. What we offer in
return is a transformative life and career experience.
attracts those with an entrepreneurial spirit. What we offer in
return is a transformative life and career experience.
Putting the closet in the cloud is a complex challenge, one that attracts those with an entrepreneurial spirit. What we offer in return is a transformative life
and career experience.
and career experience.
Our Team
We set a high bar in determining the ideal candidates for Rent the Runway. Above all else we look for people who think and act like founders. Do you dream big? Do you have relentless curiosity, passion, work ethic, and scrappiness? This is a place where you can grow 10x and accelerate your career. That’s our commitment to our employees.
The Tenets of Our Culture
A set of core values guides how we treat each other and collaborate, laying the foundation for a culture that is fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and rooted in passion, kindness, and positivity. We live by these values – we hire by them, promote them, and celebrate them every day.
Underlying our values are these key tenets:
Underlying our values are these key tenets:
Great ideas can come from anywhere.Great ideas can come from anywhere.- Opportunity is yours for the taking.Opportunity is yours for the taking.
- Risk and failure are encouraged.Risk and failure are encouraged.
- Embrace and trust the RTR Family.Embrace and trust the RTR Family.
Life at RTR
The idea behind Rent the Runway is inherently fun, and that bleeds into our culture. Our team spirit is no joke. With events like our annual beach day, anniversary party, ski trip, and dozens more throughout the year, our team comes together to let loose and bond. This culminates in our annual Core Values Celebration when we honor core values winners with personalized (and very creative) tributes.
Our D&I Commitment
We are proud of what we’ve built at Rent the Runway so far and we are committed to continuing to strengthen our culture of diversity and inclusivity. We are actively building a comprehensive D&I strategy, with current initiatives focused on training, focus groups, inclusive recruiting, analyzing employee demographic details and more. We are committed to ensuring Rent the Runway is a place that attracts diverse talent and supports the ongoing growth and development of all of our employees.
We are lucky to have an incredibly dynamic team that is already diverse in so many ways across a variety of functions within our organization. We are committed to stepping up our initiatives while continuing to foster an environment where people can bring their best, full self to work each day. We look forward to enhanced creativity, collaboration and community as our team continues to evolve.
Our Actions in Progress
In our ongoing commitment to provide transparency to our communities, below are some of the external actions we are taking to promote Diversity & Inclusion within the fashion industry.
DONATING FOR CHANGE
We have donated $100,000 to support organizations combating racial injustice, including NAACP and Black Visions Collective.
ALLOCATING $1M FOR BLACK DESIGNERS
We are allocating an additional $1M to support Black designers through our wholesale, platform and co-manufacturing initiatives, which includes providing design resources, data, mentorship and financial support to create collections for RTR. It is critically important to us that a significant portion of our $1M goes towards launching fashion brands from Black designers who have not had the investment capital to launch on their own.
CONTRIBUTING TO AURORA JAMES’ #15PERCENTPLEDGE
Inspired by Aurora James, we are making our own pledge and committing that at least 15% of the fashion talent that we feature and support moving forward are from the Black community. This is inclusive of the models in our marketing, the ambassadors we partner with, and the styling talent, photographers, videographers and crews behind the camera.
Rent the Runway is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed servicemember status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and co-workers.
We are lucky to have an incredibly dynamic team that is already diverse in so many ways across a variety of functions within our organization. We are committed to stepping up our initiatives while continuing to foster an environment where people can bring their best, full self to work each day. We look forward to enhanced creativity, collaboration and community as our team continues to evolve.
Our Actions in Progress
In our ongoing commitment to provide transparency to our communities, below are some of the external actions we are taking to promote Diversity & Inclusion within the fashion industry.
DONATING FOR CHANGE
We have donated $100,000 to support organizations combating racial injustice, including NAACP and Black Visions Collective.
ALLOCATING $1M FOR BLACK DESIGNERS
We are allocating an additional $1M to support Black designers through our wholesale, platform and co-manufacturing initiatives, which includes providing design resources, data, mentorship and financial support to create collections for RTR. It is critically important to us that a significant portion of our $1M goes towards launching fashion brands from Black designers who have not had the investment capital to launch on their own.
CONTRIBUTING TO AURORA JAMES’ #15PERCENTPLEDGE
Inspired by Aurora James, we are making our own pledge and committing that at least 15% of the fashion talent that we feature and support moving forward are from the Black community. This is inclusive of the models in our marketing, the ambassadors we partner with, and the styling talent, photographers, videographers and crews behind the camera.
Rent the Runway is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed servicemember status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and co-workers.
Our Benefits
We want Rent the Runway to be an example of what a modern workplace should be – one that is more human, focused on its people and their well-being. This means recognizing and supporting the many facets and phases of employees’ lives and fostering a culture that allows them to thrive both personally and professionally.
EQUALITY
Rent the Runway would not be successful without the hard work and dedication of our team. We owe it to our employees to take care of them. For that reason, we provide equal benefits to all employees across our corporate, retail, and warehouse teams.
LOYALTY
We are deeply grateful to team members that have helped build RTR, and, in return, we reward them – like with our sabbatical program, which enables tenured employees to take extended time off to nurture their curiosities and passions outside of work.
SUPPORT
We support employees through all aspects of life, during celebratory and challenging times alike. Policies, such as paid family sick leave, paid bereavement leave, and parental leave, put the individual and their families first and give them flexibility to do what is best for their needs.
Why We Work Here
ASHLEY FLOOD
CX
Since 2010
“My career and personal life evolved in tandem
since starting as an intern 8+ years ago. I got
married, moved to my hometown in New Jersey
(right when we moved offices nearby!) and
became a mom (my greatest accomplishment to
date!) all while becoming a leader here.”
since starting as an intern 8+ years ago. I got
married, moved to my hometown in New Jersey
(right when we moved offices nearby!) and
became a mom (my greatest accomplishment to
date!) all while becoming a leader here.”
“My career and personal life evolved in tandem since starting as an intern 8+ years ago. I got married, moved to my hometown in New Jersey (right when we moved offices nearby!) and became a mom (my greatest accomplishment to date!) all while becoming a leader here.”
ZAIN CHENG
Engineering
Since 2014
“In 2014, I watched Jenn unveil Unlimited
Beta. From that moment, I knew that I had to
join RTR. It was the best decision, and every
day, I’m filled with this beautiful exhilaration
of driving innovation and working with
the smartest (and most caring) people!”
Beta. From that moment, I knew that I had to
join RTR. It was the best decision, and every
day, I’m filled with this beautiful exhilaration
of driving innovation and working with
the smartest (and most caring) people!”
“In 2014, I watched Jenn unveil Unlimited Beta. From that moment, I knew that I had to join RTR. It was the best decision, and every day, I’m filled with this beautiful exhilaration of driving innovation and working with the smartest (and most caring) people!”
ANGIE HELLMAN
Marketing
Since 2012
“When I returned to Rent the Runway after 2
years away, I was blown away by how much the
company had grown. The original DNA of hustle,
customer obsession, and family-feeling were still
there and even stronger than ever.”
years away, I was blown away by how much the
company had grown. The original DNA of hustle,
customer obsession, and family-feeling were still
there and even stronger than ever.”
“When I returned to Rent the Runway after 2 years away, I was blown away by how much the company had grown. The original DNA of hustle, customer obsession, and family-feeling were still there and even stronger than ever.”
JACKIE CUTLER
Executive
Since 2015
“I recently had the opportunity to transition from
our Finance team to work with our CEO across
all of her strategic projects. I am so proud to
work for a company that believes in my personal
career development and takes chances on me,
encouraging me to develop new skills.”
our Finance team to work with our CEO across
all of her strategic projects. I am so proud to
work for a company that believes in my personal
career development and takes chances on me,
encouraging me to develop new skills.”
“I recently had the opportunity to transition from our Finance team to work with our CEO across all of her strategic projects. I am so proud to work for a company that believes in my personal career development and takes chances on me, encouraging me to develop
new skills.”
new skills.”
KIM TRAN
Fashion
Since 2015
“My favorite core value is ‘Embrace the RTR
family and bring your authentic self into the
office each day’ – it really sums up my 3 past
years here. I’ve made lifelong friends, gained
mentors, and found a special place that
celebrates what individuals can bring to its
company culture.”
family and bring your authentic self into the
office each day’ – it really sums up my 3 past
years here. I’ve made lifelong friends, gained
mentors, and found a special place that
celebrates what individuals can bring to its
company culture.”
“My favorite core value is ‘Embrace the RTR family and bring your authentic self into the office each day’ – it really sums up my 3 past years here. I’ve made lifelong friends, gained mentors, and found a special place that celebrates what individuals can bring to its company culture.”
KIKI HUI
Product
Since 2019
“Ever since I rented my high school prom dress from RTR, I knew I wanted to be a part of delivering that happiness to others. Since joining, I’ve had the opportunity to do that while working alongside coworkers who are not only friendly and smart, but also inspiring. It’s so refreshing to be surrounded by so many women in tech!”
“Ever since I rented my high school prom dress from RTR, I knew I wanted to be a part of delivering that happiness to others. Since joining, I’ve had the opportunity to do that while working alongside coworkers who are not only friendly and smart, but also inspiring. It’s so refreshing to be surrounded by so many women in tech!”
KIM ANDERSON
Brand & Content Marketing
Since 2018
“Rent the Runway is constantly growing, and that means your role, knowledge and skillset will too. If you like pushing your own boundaries and working outside your comfort zone, you’ll find yourself at home here. There’s a really strong foundation of grit, hustle and humor, which makes work not feel like 'work.'”
“Rent the Runway is constantly growing, and that means your role, knowledge and skillset will too. If you like pushing your own boundaries and working outside your comfort zone, you’ll find yourself at home here. There’s a really strong foundation of grit, hustle and humor, which makes work not feel like 'work.'”
ASHLEY LARKIN
Talent Acquisition
Since 2018
“I have so much pride in the incredible amount of passion and hard work that each and every person puts into their roles at RTR. The work we do is both exciting and challenging — the energy is contagious and keeps me coming back everyday.”
“I have so much pride in the incredible amount of passion and hard work that each and every person puts into their roles at RTR. The work we do is both exciting and challenging — the energy is contagious and keeps me coming back everyday.”
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RTR Alums
Once you’re part of the RTR Family, you have our support for life as your career grows and evolves.
We could not be more proud of alums that have founded their own companies.
We could not be more proud of alums that have founded their own companies.
