Does Conservation International pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Conservation International employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.7 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Conservation International. This rating has decreased by 8% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Conservation International?

67% of Conservation International employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Conservation International 3.7 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.8 for culture and values and 3.4 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Conservation International?

Manager (17) , Director (16) , Intern (10) , Project Manager (10) , Coordinator (9) , Senior Manager (9) , Program Coordinator (6) , Consultant (5) , Finance (4) , Gerente De Projetos (4) , Coordenador De Projetos (3) , Executive Assistant (3) , Senior Director (3) , Anonymous (2) , Assistente (2)

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

"Benefits are good." ((in 30 reviews)); "The people are great and everyone seemed to get along." ((in 22 reviews)); "People and culture at CI. Benefits are good." ((in 9 reviews)); "Committed staff dedicated to enhancing global conservation." ((in 8 reviews)); "Comfortable work environment, ample socializing opportunities, relevant work" ((in 7 reviews))

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

"Senior leadership does not adequately value high" ((in 14 reviews)); "Because being a good manager isn't rewarded and there are no consequences for being a bad manager." ((in 11 reviews)); "The salary is low and not competitive with other NGOs." ((in 8 reviews)); "5 years out of school) have fewer opportunities for career advancement within the organization." ((in 6 reviews)); "Beware favoritism and back stabbing, yes" ((in 5 reviews))

What are employees saying about Conservation International layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed Conservation International locations?

Arlington , Washington , Crystal City , New York , Kentfield , Seattle

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3.7

67% would recommend to a friend

(206 total reviews)

Daniela Raik, Ph.D.

73% approve of CEO

63% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.1

Diversity & inclusion

3.8

Culture & values

3.7

Work/Life balance

3.7

Compensation and benefits

3.4

Career opportunities

3.2

Senior management

Conservation International has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 206 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Conservation International employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Nonprofit & NGO industry (3.7 stars).

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206 reviews

1.0

Apr 18, 2012

Please don't consider working here

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Pros

Work life balance is good. Good benefits

Cons

Non existent leadership, lack of clarity surrounding the mission, ambiguity surrounding the work and successes. Where is the strategy?

4.0

Aug 11, 2011

My experience at CI was largely positive--incredibly knowledgeable staff and leadership, and collegial atmosphere.

Anonymous employee

Recommend

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Pros

Conservation International is a dynamic organization with a compelling mission and an open, respectful, globally-minded corporate culture. There's a high level professionalism across all parts of the organization but the culture also recognizes the importance of maintaining a work/life balance. There are many employees who have worked at CI for five or more years.

Cons

Even though CI is very good at promoting from within, early career professionals (those 2-5 years out of school) have fewer opportunities for career advancement within the organization. It's not uncommon for employees at those tiers to advance by moving to a different part of the organization. Also, opportunities vary by department because some stay relatively static for years and others do not.

5.0

Mar 14, 2011

Energetic and forward-thinking with a great work/life balance.

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The ability to learn from many of the most intelligent and respected thinkers in their respective fields. Opinions from all levels of staff are respected and sought out. Information is shared freely from top-level management to the bottom. CI has a very social and friendly atmosphere, as well as a great work/life balance (35 hr work weeks).

Cons

There is limited promotional potential.

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My experience at CI was largely positive--incredibly knowledgeable staff and leadership, and collegial atmosphere.

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