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EF (Education First)

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A great place to work if you're open to something different - Systems Manager EF (Education First) Employee Review

4.0
Feb 22, 2009
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Pros

EF is a young, dynamic company that believes in working hard and playing hard, and balancing hard work with a healthy, active life outside of work. Benefits are great: generous vacation, excellent health benefits, travel and language program discounts, and a great restaurant / bar in the building that is the place to be after work on a Friday. There is a strong organizational culture and plenty of buy - in to the culture by senior management, and a big part of that is entrepreneurial spirit. The most successful employees are those that do their jobs as if they owned the place.

Cons

There is definitely a salary trade-off for working in such a great culture: salaries are significantly lower here than they are elsewhere in the job market. Job hunters that have a strong need for personal space may be surprised by the open-concept office space, where very few have private offices and even the most private offices have glass walls looking out to large work areas.

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5.0
Feb 27, 2026
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Pros

- Opportunity for quick advancement - Trainings for new managers - Culture of innovation and entrepreneurship - Global connections; opportunities to travel - Fast-paced work environment - Friendly, supportive teams

Cons

- Low pay (industry) - Burnout / overworked during peak seasons

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EF (Education First) Response
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Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re glad to hear you’ve found opportunities for early career development, leadership training, and global connection during your time at EF. Creating a vibrant culture where colleagues can learn from one another and grow quickly is something we care deeply about. We also appreciate your perspective on compensation and workload during busy seasons. Supporting our colleagues’ limitless potential while helping them make a real impact through their work is important to us, and feedback like yours helps us continue to reflect on how we support our teams.
4.0
Jun 2, 2026
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Pros

You get to choose your tour and recruit the students you want to bring. The paid chaperone ratio is 6:1, so it is very manageable. The tours are great and the local experts are wonderful.

Cons

Company support is variable. There is high turnover and new consultants are very sales motivated and don't always get the nuances of your school or community group. I have had some WONDERFUL concusltants, but they have always been promoted before I get to work with them again.

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