Pros
If you are looking for a professional environment with really smart, hardworking people, look no further. The company provides and encourages continuing education. In addition, to an online learning platform that is available to employees 24/7, the company pays for in-person courses. As of the spring of 2024, employees that score well on quarterly reviews receive a bonus. The company also gives each employee a $35/month lifestyle credit in the form of a debit card that can be used for anything from dry cleaning to haircuts. Hours can be long at times, but the management encourages employees to pace themselves and take time off when needed. The company also provides opportunities for employees to find the position that suits them best. For example, if you start in the grants department and find that you are more suited for IT, management will work with you to enhance your IT skills and change projects if appropriate. The company also focuses on giving back to the community through a number of volunteer projects.
Cons
Employees that have been with the company less than five years receive a total of 15 days per year of PTO. This includes sick days, personal days and vacation. If you are someone who likes to travel, there is little opportunity to do so without saving up all of your days one year in advance. Basically, if you get Covid or the flu and celebrate certain religious holidays, you have no time to take off.