Is ICF a good company to work for?

ICF has an overall rating of 3.7 out of 5, based on over 3,019 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months. 69% of employees would recommend working at ICF to a friend and 53% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about ICF have been left by employees working as Intern , Vice President and Director .

Does ICF pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, ICF employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.2 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at ICF. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at ICF?

69% of ICF employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated ICF 4.0 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.7 for culture and values and 3.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at ICF?

Analyst (103) , Associate (89) , Manager (75) , Consultant (66) , Senior Associate (62) , Research Assistant (54) , Project Manager (49) , Senior Manager (41) , Senior Consultant (37) , Business Analyst (29) , Energy Analyst (28) , Intern (27) , Technical Specialist (25) , Director (24) , Account Manager (23)

What are the pros of working at ICF according to real employee reviews?

"There are great people and you can get valuable experience if you seek it out." ((in 255 reviews)); "The company has a good work/life balance and seems to really care about its employees." ((in 161 reviews)); "Good benefits and strong on" ((in 149 reviews)); "The culture is good but varies from office to office." ((in 137 reviews)); "Great colleagues to learn from and to work with Work/Life balance Provide resources to learn new tech" ((in 107 reviews))

What are the cons of working at ICF according to real employee reviews?

"low pay; raises not equivalent to increases in responsibilities and promotions; some tedious tasks" ((in 152 reviews)); "Instability with government changes recently and generally low salaries that doesnt equate to the work being done" ((in 109 reviews)); "Having a good manager could make/break your job" ((in 65 reviews)); "Salaries are very low and no Bonus" ((in 49 reviews)); "Middle to upper management is horrible and seems to be so out of touch." ((in 34 reviews))

What are employees saying about ICF layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about ICF layoffs and their outlook for job security at ICF in 2026.

What are the top reviewed ICF locations?

Fairfax , Washington , Reston , Rockville , Atlanta , Arlington , New York , Martinsville , Minneapolis , Chicago , Columbia , Los Angeles , Sacramento , Richmond , Austin , San Diego , San Francisco , Virginia Beach , Detroit , Seattle , Boston , Houston , Portland , Baltimore , Denver , Philadelphia , Cambridge , Ann Arbor , Durham , San Juan

ICF reviews

3.7

69% would recommend to a friend

(2,747 total reviews)

John Wasson

82% approve of CEO

53% positive business outlook

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ICF has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 2,747 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The ICF employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Management & Consulting industry (3.7 stars).

Reviews by job title

3K reviews

4.0

May 30, 2024

Great Culture and Opportunities, but Pay and Review Process Could Improve

Communications lead

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- ICF Next has a wealth of resources that enable employees to excel in their roles. The company invests in tools and training to ensure we can deliver high-quality work. - The workplace culture is supportive and collaborative. Colleagues are talented, dedicated, and always willing to help. - The flexibility to work remotely is a significant perk. - Working with a balanced mix of federal and commercial clients provides valuable experience and keeps the work interesting and dynamic. - The company prides itself on the quality of its deliverables, which makes it a reputable player in the industry.

Cons

- The benefits are standard but not particularly competitive compared to other companies in the industry. - Compensation is on the lower side when compared to similar roles at competing firms. - The performance review process heavily emphasizes selling services to clients, which can overshadow the importance of the actual work produced. This can be frustrating if you prefer to focus on core job responsibilities.

ICF Response

2y

Thank you for such a great review and your thoughtful recommendations! People are at the center of our culture and everything we do. We strive to have the right balance of internal programs and leadership commitment to ensure everyone has what they need to belong, grow, and thrive. As an organization, we value passion, so we encourage you to speak up. Employee input, including feedback about our benefits and other internal programs, shapes our strategies and helps move us all forward. Impact conversation is an excellent opportunity to discuss real-time challenges and opportunities with your manager. - KZ

2.0

May 1, 2024

Subpar compensation and team culture

Community development researcher

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Work life balance is sufficient.

Cons

Compensation does not match market rate, vastly underpaid for high COL area, management does not communicate well with analysts or set any expectations, setting you up for failure.

1.0

Apr 22, 2024

PSG pays well below market rate

Research analyst

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

WFH very easy work, work-life balance is great

Cons

jobs for new graduates will start $50-$65k with 2-3% salary increases per year. Similar pay to an NGO or non-profit. very little learning opportunities, most of the work for new hires will be intern-like. do not expect to learn anything in your first two years.

ICF Response

2y

Thank you for sharing your perspective. It’s wonderful to hear that you enjoy working from home and appreciate the work-life balance. Navigating growth opportunities within a company can be overwhelming. We provide various learning options, including project management, business development, and both professional and technical training. You can choose from on-the-job training, mentoring, peer feedback, online courses, or instructor-led classes. Start by creating a Career Pathfinder Development Plan and scheduling an impact conversation with your manager to discuss your career goals. The impact conversation is a great opportunity to learn about ICF’s compensation philosophy and discuss what’s needed to get you to your desired pay. - KZ

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