Different strokes for different folks.. - Research Associate Westat Employee Review

1.0
Dec 9, 2015
Recommend
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Pros

A paycheck until you find a real job. Look like you are busy and you will fit right in. Learn the rules of the blame game and keep your guard up.

Cons

No communication, no cross-training, blind leading the blind, lots of back biting, everything is an emergency even though it's been done a million times before. Mgmt spends alot of time at remote home offices instead if in the office managing. Just a disappointment overall.

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5.0
Jun 30, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Great company to work for. Training is always effective and well designed.

Cons

Projects/data collection periods could be longer.

4.0
Jul 9, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Some of the leadership are fantastic! Pay is fair

Cons

Some staff do not respect lower staff; especially when they are Black lower level staff. Reactive instead of proactive when it comes to training up staff as opposed to hiring consultants Benefits and pay suffered after the administration took over Work-life balance frequently is an issue. Intrusive work expectations.

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