Gates Foundation

Gates Foundation reviews

A good notch on the resume, but not a place that rewards hard work. - Anonymous employee Gates Foundation Employee Review

2.0

20 July 2015

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

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Pros

3:1 matching gift program. Outstanding benefits. Passionate and engaged workforce. Access to amazing talks with Bill, Melinda, Warren and other guests.

Cons

Cold and distant leadership team. Limited career growth potential. No recognition for work well done. Leadership looks externally for hiring without considering internal candidates, which gives the foundation a cliquish feel under Sue's new leadership.

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5.0

24 Apr 2026

Senior program officer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Everyone is aligned to the mission. Fantastic benefits.

Cons

These could be pros for some but travel and ambiguity are things to deal with

3.0

8 June 2026

Program manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Mission-based work Diverse, passionate employee base Healthcare benefit Parental leave and support Unlimited PTO

Cons

Poor work-life balance Perfectionist culture Unreasonable expectations with working hours High levels of burnout Retaliation for setting boundaries with working hours Culture resistant to prioritization of work

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Gates Foundation

A good notch on the resume, but not a place that rewards hard work. - Anonymous employee Gates Foundation Employee Review

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