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4.5

87% would recommend to a friend

(1,701 total reviews)
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Christopher L. Eisgruber

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85% positive business outlook

Princeton University has an employee rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, based on 1,701 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Princeton University employee rating is 20% above average for employers within the Education industry (3.7 stars).

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2.0
Aug 13, 2013

Not so collegial

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Pros

Good benefits, lots of vacation time, intellectual atmosphere

Cons

Staff, other than very important deans, are overlooked and treated poorly. Salaries are low. Absolutely no room for advancement.

5.0
May 30, 2025
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Pros

Working at Princeton University offers numerous advantages, including competitive compensation and benefits, a prestigious work environment, and opportunities for professional growth. It also provides a supportive and diverse community, access to world-class resources, and flexibility in some roles.

Cons

Working at Princeton University presents several challenges for staff and faculty, including concerns about workplace culture, pay equity, career advancement, and management practices. The university's hierarchical structure, coupled with perceived lack of support for staff, can lead to a less-than-positive work environment.

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Princeton University Response
9mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience working at Princeton University. We appreciate your feedback.
2.0
Mar 12, 2025

Avoid at all costs

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Pros

Benefits and abundance of overtime if wanted

Cons

It is very sad to see the current state of this department. Managers and administration have completely failed the officers. You see a higher retention rate at a fast food restaurant than at Princeton. Dishonest, disloyal and disingenuous are the best ways to describe what it is like working here. The backstabbing and corruption in the administration is whats holding this department from greatness. Be prepared for never ending mandatory shifts as management cannot retain even the most loyal of officers. This is a scenario where all they want is for you to give, give, give and never receive anything in return. Holidays? Oh you’ll be there working… back to back 16 hour shifts? You’ll be there. All you are is a number here, not a person.

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Princeton University Response
9mo
Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback about your experience working at Princeton University. We take your concerns very seriously and would like to learn more about them and how we can improve. Please email us at careers@princeton.edu.
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