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      Mostly ok - Technical Information Specialist Smithsonian Employee Review

      3.0
      Nov 24, 2024
      Technical information specialist
      Recommend
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      Pros

      If you are in the right unit, you can have lots of interesting work and usually a good work/life balance.

      Cons

      The place has a leadership problem, and it’s rather bureaucratic and slow.

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      5.0
      Jun 8, 2026
      Project manager
      Recommend
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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
      Collections specialist
      Recommend
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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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