Great colleagues, Interesting Research Opportunities, Great Employment Practices - Assistant Policy Analyst RAND Employee Review

5.0
Jul 25, 2014
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Pros

The people here are all really top-notch. They really pushed me to be a better researcher and I learned a lot from everyone there. Not only, however, are they great researchers, but they are also very nice and happy to help. Other researchers always took time to meet with me, teach me new software, etc. Administrative support, security, and other people were also the best. Also, they have really great employment practices. There was an ergonomics person who helped set up your desk and they have a cafe with lots of healthy options.

Cons

Like any high-profile research organization, the job is demanding and the hours can be long at times. Also, I know that finding work at RAND is challenging for some people. I personally, however, didn't have a problem finding work and enjoyed the ability to choose whom I work with.

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5.0
May 12, 2026
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Pros

Really flexible hours, amazing project team members, engaging projects.

Cons

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4.0
Jul 16, 2026
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Pros

Close knit teams, supportive lower level management

Cons

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