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      Chan Zuckerberg Initiative

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      Chan Zuckerberg Initiative reviews

      3.5

      50% would recommend to a friend

      (94 total reviews)
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      Priscilla Chan

      70% approve of CEO

      53% positive business outlook

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      4.5

      Compensation and benefits

      4.2

      Work/Life balance

      3.3

      Culture & values

      3.1

      Diversity & inclusion

      3.0

      Career opportunities

      2.6

      Senior management

      Chan Zuckerberg Initiative has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 94 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Information Technology industry (3.7 stars).

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      94 reviews
      2.0
      Dec 18, 2025

      Used to be great, but has been on a serious downward trend since 2023

      Anonymous employee
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      Pros

      Good WLB, excellent benefits, great co-workers -- truly one of the best group of people I've worked with.

      Cons

      Leadership has been a mess for awhile now, various re-orgs, huge strategy shifts, really toxic leadership style, tons of politics for such a small org, huge shift in the orgs values and decisions from leadership that seem more about their ego, reputation and personal issues, than the actual work. At some point we had really capable, emotionally intelligent leaders and a wonderful workplace culture, and while I hoped we would get back to where we were before 2023, it doesn't seem like that will be happening.

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      Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Response
      3mo
      We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, and we are genuinely sorry to hear about your experience in your later years here. We take pride in our strong benefits and the quality of our employees, and are glad to hear that this was your experience. However, we take your feedback regarding our leadership and strategy shifts seriously. We recognize that change can be challenging, and we are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels supported, valued, and aligned with our work as we continue to evolve to meet the complex challenges in science and education. We wish you the very best in your future endeavors.
      4.0
      Dec 12, 2025

      Mission Driven but slow to act

      Director
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      Pros

      Well financed and driven to make substantial social change Deep talent bench Open to feedback

      Cons

      Slow to act because of the founders names Generally shy away from risky (but high impact) strategies

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      Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Response
      3mo
      Thank you for sharing your thoughtful feedback on your experience at CZI. We are glad to hear that our mission and talented team made a positive impression, and we appreciate your acknowledgment of our commitment to being open to feedback. We recognize that, by its nature, our work requires careful consideration and a comprehensive approach to ensure long-term impact, which can sometimes result in a perception of being "slow to act." We are continuously evaluating our processes to balance thoroughness with the urgency required to advance our mission.
      5.0
      Dec 6, 2025

      Good WLB, competitive salary, but projects not too technical

      Anonymous employee
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      Pros

      Good WLB, competitive salary, fluid roles

      Cons

      Projects often not too technical in nature

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      Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Response
      6mo
      Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased you find CZI offers good work-life balance and competitive pay. We take your comment about the technical nature of some projects seriously. Our mission involves tackling complex challenges, and we strive to ensure all technical talent is engaged and challenged by cutting-edge initiatives. We encourage you to discuss this specific feedback with your manager or our People team so we can align your growth with our goals.
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