Working at University of Washington in Seattle, WA: 89 Employee Job Reviews by Real Employee working in Seattle, WA Area

"Working in the Academia sector can be great and it can be challenging as well. Many politics just as the private sector but you at least feel you have a voice and can contribute to the outcome. The campus was always beautiful to work in. The variety of hats you will have to wear just get things done I feel can only increase your value as a person."

"Great experience working as an intern in C4C."

"It's a non profit organization. The people are nice and helpful."

"There're a lot of nice people here."

"Good place to do research."

"This lab has a break working environment, and I enjoyed the projects that I got the chance to work on as well as the people I worked with. I would like to return to that lab for another summer if possible."

"I was a volunteer working at a research lab."

"I held this position for 9 years and constantly evolved the organization and myself. I left only because the technology was getting stagnant and there was little challenge left in the position."

"I was working for a drug addict who had complete autonomy to treat his group like his own little fiefdom. It was a nightmare job."

"It's very hard to get things done, and you may not get recognition for the work."

"The University of Washington is one of the greatest places to work as a student employee - specifically at the iSchool!"

"I was a paid undergraduate research assistant. My lab was very friendly and supportive and I learned a lot. Also, I was able to work on some very interesting projects with real-world impact."

"The University of Washington drives new ideas and innovations that educate and make the world a better place. I love to create and deliver courses for The University of Washington. Interacting with students on the real-world projects that they are working on has been great for me as a UW instructor and software engineer."

"It was stessful. The surgeon I worked for was a micro-manager."

What do you like about working at University of Washington?

"I like the role I was responsible for in the program and the level of professionalism required in my role."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"There was little room for growth within the department so my suggestion would be to view it as a place to stay where you are hired or view it as stepping stone within the UW system."

What don't you like about working at University of Washington?

"The surgeon I worked for had trouble relinquishing control. I had no autonomy and even though my work product was impeccable I never felt confident or respected."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"The department is strong, but the employees would be happier if their was mutual respect between management levels."

What do you like about working at University of Washington?

"I love working directly with the students, advising and teaching them, and thinking about how I can solve their problems and anticipate their needs. I enjoy being in the classroom and working with faculty. I like the campus environment, and the benefits are great."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"Ask for as much money as you can after your offer, because you might not see a raise after that."

What don't you like about working at University of Washington?

"The pay is lower than I would like, I wish I had more vacation, and I want to be able to work remotely 2 days per week or more, and it is REALLY stressful."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"I would welcome and actively solicit innovative ideas from me, encourage staff to find work life balance, and grant more vacation time."