Unique place to work - Anonymous employee MIT Employee Review

4.0
19 Apr 2022
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Pros

-Friendly people on staff -Benefits are pretty comprehensive -Always pushing creativity and unorthodox problem solving -Generous alumni base and fundraising support means new buildings, cutting edge technology, and student needs are met at the highest levels in education.

Cons

-Parking is a nightmare, incredibly expensive with lots that are rarely even remotely near the office. -Salaries for staff employees do not line up well against cost of living in Cambridge. Be prepared to commute from more affordable areas west, north, and south of the city. -Working areas may be cubicles, or tiny offices crammed into random spots in buildings (staff specific, faculty is a different story).

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Cons

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4.0
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Pros

High quality core facilities and well resourced labs. Countless brilliant colleagues who can serve as mentors and collaborators

Cons

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