First Student reviews

3.7

68% would recommend to a friend

(3,739 total reviews)

John Kenning

73% approve of CEO

64% positive business outlook

First Student has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 3,739 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The First Student employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Transportation & Logistics industry (3.5 stars).

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4K reviews
5.0
Jul 2, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

As a school bus driver, I've had a positive experience working for First Student in San Jose. The workplace culture is collaborative and supportive, with strong communication between staff and management. My colleagues are dedicated and professional, and the management team has been consistently helpful in addressing any needs or concerns. I would recommend this location to prospective employees seeking a cohesive and respectful work environment.

Cons

No cons about working here

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