Is Associated Students (Cal Poly) a good company to work for?

Associated Students (Cal Poly) has an overall rating of 4.4 out of 5, based on over 324 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has increased by 1% over the last 12 months. 94% of employees would recommend working at Associated Students (Cal Poly) to a friend and 76% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Associated Students (Cal Poly) have been left by employees working as Lifeguard , Facility Supervisor and Student Assistant .

Does Associated Students (Cal Poly) pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Associated Students (Cal Poly) employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.4 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Associated Students (Cal Poly). This rating has improved by 13% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Associated Students (Cal Poly)?

94% of Associated Students (Cal Poly) employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Associated Students (Cal Poly) 4.5 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.5 for culture and values and 4.0 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Associated Students (Cal Poly)?

Lifeguard (18) , Facility Supervisor (16) , Student Assistant (14) , Operations Attendant (7) , Pro Shop Assistant (7) , Graphic Designer (5) , Student Manager (5) , Membership Services (4) , Audio Visual Technician (3) , Clerical Assistant (3) , Facilities Supervisor (3) , Intramural Sports Official (3) , Membership Services Student Assistant (3) , Recreation Facility Supervisor (3) , Recreation Technician (3)

What are the pros of working at Associated Students (Cal Poly) according to real employee reviews?

"Close to student dorms and very flexible hours" ((in 33 reviews)); "Fun, friendly staff, and plenty of clients." ((in 11 reviews)); "The people you work with are great and want to see you do well." ((in 10 reviews)); "Good management" ((in 9 reviews)); "Good work environment at the Rec center" ((in 8 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Associated Students (Cal Poly) according to real employee reviews?

"Low pay and few to no chances to move up" ((in 18 reviews)); "Mandatory training mid year." ((in 8 reviews)); "minimum wage for skilled job" ((in 6 reviews))

What are the top reviewed Associated Students (Cal Poly) locations?

San Luis Obispo , Pomona , Cal Poly SLO , Cal Poly University , New York , Cerritos , San Francisco , San Mateo , California

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4.4

94% would recommend to a friend

(307 total reviews)

Mark Borges

99% approve of CEO

76% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.5

Culture & values

4.5

Diversity & inclusion

4.5

Work/Life balance

4.3

Senior management

4.0

Career opportunities

3.4

Compensation and benefits

Associated Students (Cal Poly) has an employee rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, based on 307 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Associated Students (Cal Poly) employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Management & Consulting industry (3.7 stars).

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307 reviews

4.0

Jul 13, 2026

Good classes and job, but short hours

Safety instructor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great with classes and on-campus job

Cons

short shifts, sometimes not many hours

4.0

Jun 15, 2026

Great leadership and growth opportunities

Talent acquisition manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Hybrid Role, great leadership, growth mindset, and room for growth.

Cons

In change mood, lots of work required, must be in teach mode all the time.

4.0

Jun 9, 2026

Flexible schedule with chill work environment

Operation associate

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Works with your schedule, very chill and easy work, social

Cons

New boss a bit iffy, can give very early or late hours

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