Metropolitan Planning Council Reviews

3.2

66% would recommend to a friend

(10 total reviews)

47% positive business outlook

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3.0

22 Feb 2018

If you care about the Chicago region, work at MPC

Anonymous employee

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Pros

MPC is an awesome place to work. I enjoy my colleagues and the connections I've made during my time with the organization. And I'm grateful to have a job where I can contribute to moving the Chicago region forward in various ways.

Cons

There doesn't seem to be much transparency at the organization and the onboarding process is very disorganized. I'm not sure how I can grow within the organization, as the materials regarding this aren't exactly clear. It's also unclear how the salary structure and salary negotiations from year to year are handled.

5.0

8 Aug 2018

Research Assistant

Research assistant

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Pros

At MPC you are able to delve into a variety of projects and you are encouraged you to jump to meetings or projects that you are interested in. As someone just starting out in the field, there is a lot of potential to meet others in the field and make great contacts if you decide to make that a priority. Everyone is super sweet and encouraging from the President, Mary Sue, to Vice Presidents, Associates, and other Research Assistants. MPC organizationally leads with its values, which makes them an effective voice in Chicago. I would hear time and time again coworkers talking about their values and why they choose to take on or not take on certain projects.

Cons

With limited time it is difficult to fully engage in a project. I would recommend at least devoting 3 days a week to the work. Going downtown everyday is expensive for an unpaid position! They do offer $35 per month in transportation compensation, but that was a drop in the bucket as far as my total spending to get to the office.

2.0

15 July 2015

MPC is great for your resume.

Project manager

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Pros

Well respected organization with a largely powerful and well-positioned board of governors. Projects come with great exposure and networking opportunities. Great benefits package including generous paid time off.

Cons

Pay was not the most competitive. The office environment was highly competitive and cut throat Minimal to no diversity, especially within leadership Had a poor reputation for retaining employees of color Senior leadership is often not in agreement Work plan items appeared to "chase the money" or "please finders" Open office environment is not ideal for many Lots and lots of staff meetings Extremely hierarchical and top-down communications structure Some extremely difficult personalities in management positions

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