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      1.0
      3 June 2020
      Software developer
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      not much work and that would be all

      Cons

      probably everything you could expect from public institution, lots of nepotism, most of the things around software engineering is way behind the private sector so there's not much innovations there in this area, quite bad working culture, lack of motivation, very poor management,

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      CERN Response
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      CERN strives to provide a rich, stimulating and rewarding work environment for its members of personnel across all domains and disciplines: we are sorry to read that your experience at CERN has not been met with this level of satisfaction. In order for us to better understand the context and see how to address the specific points, we would warmly appreciate you reaching out to us at recruitment.service@cern.ch. Your input will be treated in full confidentiality and will help us take action for the benefit of future people joining CERN. Thank you and all the best.

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      5.0
      22 Apr 2026
      Anonymous employee
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      The employment process is very smooth and supportive. The technical team interviewed me for technical skills, and the HR is very supportive and helpful. Especially I haven't been employed by CERN previously, so I have a lot of questions. The employment team is very helpful and answered all my questions patiently. Also I like the job and my work very much.

      Cons

      Maybe the primary communication method could be email instead of phone calls? I sometimes miss phone calls, but will check every email.

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      5.0
      16 Oct 2025
      Anonymous intern
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Interesting work and projects Talented work force Lots of opportunities to learn

      Cons

      Expensive area Should learn French to an intermediate level

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