May Institute reviews

3.7

70% would recommend to a friend

(298 total reviews)
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Lauren C. Solotar, Ph.D., ABPP

79% approve of CEO

77% positive business outlook

May Institute has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 298 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The May Institute employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Nonprofit & NGO industry (3.7 stars).

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298 reviews
4.0
Aug 11, 2008
Recommend
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Pros

The May offers Flexible work options such as flexible hours, part-time/fulltime, varied job responsibilities, frequent variation in number of hours worked. There are many opportunities for career growth and education. The May has its own post-graduate education program including doctoral level training. There are frequent opportunities for inhouse professional development and opportunities to request training on specific topics. The supervision is on a hierarchy model and supervisors are available by cell phone at all times.

Cons

Most positions at the May require extensive travel with no defined territory. Although higher up positions are salaried, many of the starting positions are fee for service and do not included benefits.

5.0
Jul 1, 2026

Supportive Workplace!

Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

May Institute has been a great place to grow and enhance my career. I started in an entry-level position over a decade ago and have been promoted along the way to a direct-level position. They have fostered my educational and professional growth with highly-qualified supervisors and meaningful collaboration. They value employees well-being and satisfaction.

Cons

The work can be challenging, but the people are amazing!

1.0
Jun 5, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

opportunity to work with amazing clients who will brighten your day if you have a passion and understanding for this field and compassion for this population

Cons

- Poor upper management - Lack of consistency across departments - Standards and operations vary depending on the person and are not consistent across all employees - Failure to take action against allegations of abuse - Lack of oversight - Abundance of unqualified staff being hired - Disregard for staff well-being and burn out risks

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May Institute Response
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Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We take concerns regarding leadership, consistency in operations, employee well-being, and workplace culture seriously. Creating a supportive, accountable, and respectful environment for all employees is a priority, and feedback such as yours helps identify areas for focus.
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