Work culture unwilling to modernize or fix problems - Specialist Smithsonian Employee Review

3.0
Feb 16, 2021
Recommend
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Pros

Working with amazing objects and a lot of knowledgeable people

Cons

Resources are poorly allocated, only pet favorites are funded properly. Expected to go above and beyond your pay grade for free and with low potential for promotion in the future.

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5.0
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Pros

Amazing workplace, flexible schedules, and kind people

Cons

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3.0
Jul 9, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Decent pay for the work

Cons

Disorganized management Very difficult to become permanent employee and receive full benefits

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