No Potential for Career Growth - Educational Programs Coordinator Smithsonian Employee Review

3.0
May 14, 2015
Recommend
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Pros

Fantastic, creative co-workers Interesting work that keeps you on your toes Good Benefits

Cons

long hours with no recognition Upper Management refuses to acknowledge low morale Jobs are dead end - you have to leave and go elsewhere, then come back a couple years later if you want to advance. There is virtually no promotion from within.

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5.0
Jun 8, 2026
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Pros

Great mission. Strong benefits including health insurance and 403b contribution. Many people stick around for 5, 10, 15+ years.

Cons

Things are sometimes slow due to bureaucracy.

4.0
Jun 6, 2026
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Pros

There is a strong community and network in museum and natural science collections and support.

Cons

Working conditions have a standard of museum environment settings, not ideal for those that desire to be outside all day.

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