Does German Marshall Fund pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, German Marshall Fund employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.1 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at German Marshall Fund. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at German Marshall Fund?

70% of German Marshall Fund employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated German Marshall Fund 4.2 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.7 for culture and values and 3.3 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at German Marshall Fund?

Intern (19) , Program Assistant (7) , Internship (4) , Program Manager (3) , Research Assistant (3) , Research Intern (2)

What are the pros of working at German Marshall Fund according to real employee reviews?

"People in GMFUS in DC are great." ((in 13 reviews)); "Engaging topics and smart colleagues." ((in 7 reviews)); "Everyone is incredibly friendly and welcoming at GMF." ((in 4 reviews)); "Friendly atmosphere." ((in 3 reviews)); "Friendly work environment" ((in 3 reviews))

What are the cons of working at German Marshall Fund according to real employee reviews?

"Unfortunately the Internship is unpaid and doesn't provide a transit stipend." ((in 8 reviews)); "Very few job opportunities available after the internship is over." ((in 5 reviews)); "Advancement is not really an option and the pay is little" ((in 3 reviews))

What are employees saying about German Marshall Fund layoffs in 2026?

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

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Great atmosphere, problematic structures - Program Assistant German Marshall Fund Employee Review

4.0

Jul 30, 2019

Program assistant

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Pros

- a great team with different interesting project areas - relaxed atmosphere in the office, independent work encouraged - open atmosphere between colleagues, who support each other across teams - international office, English main language - flexible structures and policies allow for experimentation and innovation

Cons

- organisational structures are often unclear and responsibilities not clearly allocated, which makes coordination (especially across different offices) difficult - no long-term opportunities for junior staffers and no transparency about such a policy, which leads to disappointment and a feeling of not being appreciated - some structures are rather rigid

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5.0

Sep 23, 2024

Anonymous employee

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Pros

Incredible mission for a mission-driven organization. Proud to work at GMF.

Cons

Junior staff can be overworked.

3.0

Jun 24, 2025

Anonymous employee

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Pros

Pros The team is incredibly supportive, fostering a collaborative and respectful work environment. Work-life balance is genuinely valued, allowing for flexibility and personal well-being. One of the standout perks is the opportunity to attend and contribute to major policy events, which is both inspiring and professionally enriching.

Cons

Leadership changes have been frequent, which can create uncertainty and disrupt continuity. Compensation is on the lower end compared to industry standards, which may be a concern for long-term financial growth.

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