Is Rutgers University a good company to work for?

Rutgers University has an overall rating of 4.2 out of 5, based on over 5,544 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has increased by 1% over the last 12 months. 79% of employees would recommend working at Rutgers University to a friend and 59% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Rutgers University have been left by employees working as Learning Assistant , OIT Consultant and Internship .

Does Rutgers University pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Rutgers University employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.7 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Rutgers University. This rating has improved by 4% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Rutgers University?

79% of Rutgers University employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Rutgers University 4.0 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.9 for culture and values and 3.8 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Rutgers University?

Research Assistant (243) , Teaching Assistant (150) , Graduate Research Assistant (126) , Student Worker (101) , Postdoctoral Fellow (80) , Graduate Student (75) , Graduate Teaching Assistant (69) , Research Associate (54) , Assistant Professor (53) , Administrative Assistant (52) , Program Coordinator (51) , PhD Student (48) , Learning Assistant (47) , Graduate Assistant (46) , Postdoctoral Research Associate (44)

What are the pros of working at Rutgers University according to real employee reviews?

"great benefits and time off" ((in 344 reviews)); "The marketing department is filled with great people that are always willing to lend a helping hand" ((in 223 reviews)); "Flexible hours help me better to stretch my legs and keep my nose in the air because it is really important" ((in 216 reviews)); "The staff was friendly and helpful" ((in 102 reviews)); "Good work environment and people" ((in 93 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Rutgers University according to real employee reviews?

"low pay and extremely busy" ((in 273 reviews)); "Low salary and not easy to move up." ((in 147 reviews)); "Due to large scale of Rutgers, bureaucracy and poor management may prevail over common sense and efficiency." ((in 87 reviews)); "Poor leadership, many areas lack structure, can be very taxing with the amount of work they expect you to do." ((in 29 reviews)); "Upper management are completely clueless and back stabbing." ((in 24 reviews))

What are employees saying about Rutgers University layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Rutgers University layoffs and their outlook for job security at Rutgers University in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Rutgers University locations?

New Brunswick , Piscataway , Newark , Camden , Rutgers , New York , Edison , Jersey City , Trenton , Highland Park , Somerset , Harrison , Paterson , Washington , Philadelphia , Bridgewater , North Brunswick , Old Bridge , Northfield , Emerson , Franklin Park , Hillsborough , Hoboken , Livingston , Orange , Paramus , Plainfield , Scotch Plains , Woodbridge , Cherry Hill

Rutgers University reviews

4.2

79% would recommend to a friend

(4,901 total reviews)

William F. Tate IV

83% approve of CEO

59% positive business outlook

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Rutgers University has an employee rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars, based on 4,901 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Rutgers University employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Education industry (3.7 stars).

Reviews by job title

5K reviews

3.0

Aug 22, 2009

teaching

Part time lecturer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The people are generally kind and supportive. You have autonomy and the ability to create class plans. There is some flexibility with scheduling.

Cons

The pay is very low. The work is intensive. Mentoring for new employees is spotty and very dependent upon who reviews your work each semester. No consistent feedback.

5.0

Aug 14, 2009

Good university for graduate study and research

Graduate research assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

I was lucky to work with a great professor and did my phd dissertation with him. Supported by the research assistantship, I was not required to work on other research projects but my thesis. The health insurance plan given for the graduate assistants was very good. The spouses and children were covered too. Parking is free for research assistants. You can take courses up to 6 credits in the summer for free, as a benefit for a 9 month RA.

Cons

The phone services were canceled, which was kind of inconvenient. Other than that, I enjoyed the graduate study there. The RAship is comparable to other universities nearby.

5.0

Jun 9, 2009

Clerical Assistant - Decent Job

Assistant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great bosses, friendly environment, you can study while you work, be around knowledge, everyone is helpful, meet interesting people. The hours were flexible and built around my schedule, and I always got time off when I needed it. Working during final netted me plenty of extra cash. You'll feel like it's home.

Cons

Mediocre pay, no benefits as a student worker

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