Is RIT (Rochester Institute of Technology) a good company to work for?

RIT (Rochester Institute of Technology) has an overall rating of 4.3 out of 5, based on over 1,775 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has increased by 3% over the last 12 months. 85% of employees would recommend working at RIT (Rochester Institute of Technology) to a friend and 61% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about RIT (Rochester Institute of Technology) have been left by employees working as Graduate Teaching Assistant , Tutor and Lab Assistant .

Does RIT (Rochester Institute of Technology) pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, RIT (Rochester Institute of Technology) employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.7 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at RIT (Rochester Institute of Technology). This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at RIT (Rochester Institute of Technology)?

85% of RIT (Rochester Institute of Technology) employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated RIT (Rochester Institute of Technology) 4.3 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.2 for culture and values and 3.8 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at RIT (Rochester Institute of Technology)?

Research Assistant (83) , Graduate Research Assistant (82) , Teaching Assistant (68) , Student Worker (55) , Graduate Teaching Assistant (34) , Graduate Assistant (31) , Graduate Student (24) , PhD Student (17) , Assistant Professor (15) , Tutor (13) , Associate Professor (12) , Lecturer (12) , Lab Assistant (11) , Undergraduate Teaching Assistant (10) , Dining Services (9)

What are the pros of working at RIT (Rochester Institute of Technology) according to real employee reviews?

"RIT has great benefits and a generally good atmosphere." ((in 83 reviews)); "The people I work with are great!" ((in 82 reviews)); "Also the work hours are flexible and your are allowed to work in and out as per your convenience provided the work is done." ((in 79 reviews)); "Understanding and friendly staff" ((in 38 reviews)); "Good work environment and very comfortable goals." ((in 26 reviews))

What are the cons of working at RIT (Rochester Institute of Technology) according to real employee reviews?

"Low pay and very understaffed" ((in 109 reviews)); "Low salaries and they do not keep up with market demand for existing employees" ((in 29 reviews)); "Poor management" ((in 23 reviews)); "I think it should be a little more than minimum wage for the quality of work we have to do." ((in 15 reviews)); "Bad manager and HR doesn't seem to care" ((in 12 reviews))

What are the top reviewed RIT (Rochester Institute of Technology) locations?

Rochester , Henrietta , New York , West Henrietta , Durham , Tuxedo Park , Lyons , Scottsville , Syracuse , Tempe , Detroit , Charlotte , Houston , Honolulu , Sacramento , San Jose , Denver , Seattle , Rockville , Jacksonville , Miami , Boston , Cambridge , Pittsfield , Farmington Hills , Main Settlement , Rochester Junction

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4.3

85% would recommend to a friend

(339 total reviews)

William W. Destler

87% approve of CEO

61% positive business outlook

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4.5

Diversity & inclusion

4.3

Work/Life balance

4.2

Culture & values

3.9

Senior management

3.8

Career opportunities

3.7

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4.0

Jun 23, 2026

Remote work with a productive team, but pay issues exist

Research assistant

Recommend

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Pros

i was able to work remote and the team was productive mix.

Cons

the pay schedule is a little outdated and there is confusion there a lot.

5.0

Jun 23, 2026

Great learning, modest pay tradeoff

Graduate research assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

Flexible hours and intellectual freedom Learn cutting-edge research skills daily Publish papers, present at conferences Supportive advisor and collaborative lab Strong mentorship and growth opportunities

Cons

Low pay, long unpredictable hours Funding and timeline feel uncertain Work-life balance often suffers greatly Progress depends heavily on advisor Limited benefits and job security

5.0

Jun 11, 2026

Engaging work but salary could be better

Research assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Interesting and meaningful work that keeps you engaged.

Cons

Salary is not so great.

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Great learning, modest pay tradeoff

Engaging work but salary could be better

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