AES Corporation reviews

3.7

70% would recommend to a friend

(960 total reviews)
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Andrés Gluski

64% approve of CEO

50% positive business outlook

AES Corporation has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 960 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The AES Corporation employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Energy, Mining & Utilities industry (3.7 stars).

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960 reviews
1.0
Jul 1, 2026

Beware

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Pros

A pro was the pay & regular pay raises yearly

Cons

Negative work environment. High call volume especially during storms. Youre only allowed 45 mins for lunch breaks. Sometimes they will cut you down to 30 mins if its very busy. There are no sick days or personal time so its not very flexible. Since they only a small number of off days (called occurences) you will often have to work sick and under pressure.

1.0
Jun 5, 2026

Good learning opportunities hindered by bureaucracy and limited growth

Anonymous employee
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Pros

AES has vast operations and certainly good place to learn.

Cons

Highly bureaucratic, dominated by Latin American people. Competence at job somewhat is limited and organization doesn't have any growth structure or plan in place.

3.0
Jun 1, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

You gain valuable experience and exposure to power market operations, and the benefits package is strong.

Cons

This is a shift-work environment, so anyone entering the role should be prepared for the schedule and the demands that come with it. It is also a large corporate organization, so understanding the structure, expectations, chain of communication, and procedural requirements early on is important. Employees should also understand that the role is highly process-driven. The expectation is to perform the assigned job, follow instructions, and adhere to established procedures. Within that structure, an employee’s overall experience can still be heavily shaped by the behavior, communication style, and support provided by their direct managers. Leadership has a responsibility to provide clear expectations, timely feedback, consistent accountability, and professional respect. When concerns are discussed without including the employee, or when a formal process replaces direct and genuine communication, it can create an environment where employees feel unsupported and undervalued. A large company can maintain high standards, enforce procedures, and hold employees accountable while still treating people with fairness, transparency, dignity, and basic professional consideration.

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