Join Cognition as a Workplace & Engagement Coordinator to create a welcoming office experience in Washington DC.
Posted by employer 3 months ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 month ago
Last verified on the company career page 9 hours ago
What you'll build
- Greet employees, candidates, and guests
- Manage incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and deliveries
- Coordinate employee meals
- Assist in planning office events
- Support recruiting by welcoming candidates
Must have
- Professional, friendly presence
- Strong communication skills
- Organized and detail-oriented
Nice to have
- Experience in front desk or office coordination
- Creativity and interest in employee events
Practical constraints
- Comfortable lifting up to 35 lbs
- Being on your feet throughout the day
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, seniority, years of experience, visa sponsorship.
Joblaze summary
The Workplace & Engagement Coordinator at Cognition plays a crucial role in maintaining a welcoming office environment, handling logistics, and supporting employee engagement initiatives. This position requires strong organizational skills and a friendly demeanor, as the coordinator will manage daily operations, assist with recruiting, and facilitate office events. Ideal candidates should have experience in office coordination or hospitality, and be comfortable in a fast-paced, people-oriented setting. Cognition's team is composed of highly skilled professionals from leading AI companies, making this role integral to fostering a positive workplace culture.
Joblaze insights
- Listed about a month ago — first seen on Joblaze September 21, 2026. Last confirmed on Cognition's careers page November 12, 2026.
- This exact title is also open at 2 other locations at Cognition: New York City, London.
Quick facts
- Is the Workplace & Engagement Coordinator role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Washington DC.
- Where is the role based?
- Cognition is hiring for this position in Washington DC.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Workplace & Engagement Coordinator role at Cognition.
From the original posting
About the Role
We’re hiring a Workplace & Engagement Coordinator to support our Washington DC office and help create a warm, welcoming, and well-run workplace experience.
This is a hands-on, people-facing role that blends logistics and operations with hospitality and judgment. No day will look the same, and you’ll wear multiple hats to help keep the office running smoothly as our team grows!
What you’ll do
Be the face of the office
Greet employees, candidates, and guests with professionalism and warmth
Coordinate with building security to ensure a smooth, secure arrival experience
Support recruiting by welcoming candidates and helping interviews run on time
Keep the office moving
Manage incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and deliveries throughout the day
Coordinate and communicate out the ordering of employee meals (lunch, dinner) as needed
Assist office services teams (custodial, culinary, vendors) as needed
Help troubleshoot day-to-day issues and escalate when appropriate
Support workplace operations & events
Partner closely with the Employee Experience team on daily needs and employee onboarding processes
Stock and coordinate distribution of office supplies and swag for employees and guests
Coordinate client meetings, interviews, and team offsites for employees across our team
Assist in planning office events and activities to keep morale high
Contribute to a great employee experience
Notice what’s working and what isn’t in the office environment
Pitch in during busy moments, events, and high-traffic days
Help create a calm, welcoming, and reliable experience for everyone in the space (and eventually know all employees by first name!)
What we’re looking for
Professional, friendly presence with strong communication skills
Comfortable in a highly visible, customer-facing role
Organized and detail-oriented, with strong follow-through
Able to balance structure with flexibility in a fast-moving environment
Comfortable lifting up to 35 lbs and being on your feet throughout the day
Experience in front desk, office coordination, hospitality, or rapid-growth companies is a plus
Creativity and interest in employee events is also a plus
Why this role matters
Our office is more than a grouping of desks - it’s a central hub for our Washington DC team. This role helps shape how employees feel about coming into the office, how candidates experience us during interviews, and how smoothly the workplace functions day to day. You’ll have real ownership, real visibility, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on how the office feels and runs.
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