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      A great place to work and learn - Program Coordinator Smithsonian Employee Review

      5.0
      Nov 11, 2020
      Program coordinator
      Recommend
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      Pros

      Supportive, people-oriented internal culture and administration Highly professional, strong on-boarding and HR support Support for professional development Varied clientele, strong community collaborations Incredible name recognition, well-resourced even in times of crisis

      Cons

      Multiple large projects with minimal staffing

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      5.0
      Jun 8, 2026
      Project manager
      Recommend
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      Pros

      Great mission. Strong benefits including health insurance and 403b contribution. Many people stick around for 5, 10, 15+ years.

      Cons

      Things are sometimes slow due to bureaucracy.

      4.0
      Jun 6, 2026
      Collections specialist
      Recommend
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      Pros

      There is a strong community and network in museum and natural science collections and support.

      Cons

      Working conditions have a standard of museum environment settings, not ideal for those that desire to be outside all day.

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