Awesome place, wouldn't recommend for young professionals - Anonymous employee Carhartt Employee Review

4.0
Feb 6, 2012
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

The people- everyone is genuinely kind and cares. There is a synergy unlike anything I've experienced. Everyone is extremely passionate about the company and its growth in recent years and into the future. The future is definitely bright for Carhartt.

Cons

It is an ideal place to work for someone in their 30s or 40s with kids. Very family-centric atmosphere. I feel a bit out of place being in my 20s, at least in my department. I wouldn't recommend for someone just starting their career as there is not a ton of opportunity for growth within. Gets a bit stale after a year.

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Cons

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