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Ascendant Program Services

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Good entry point for federal experience, but limited growth - Research Analyst Ascendant Program Services Employee Review

2.0
May 31, 2026
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Pros

If you are looking for experience in the federal government, but are having a hard time breaking in this could be a good opportunity to add it to your resume and work to make connections from within. The job itself is extremely easy and most of the work could likely be accomplished by any entry level employee so work life balance is great.

Cons

APS contract is extremely limited in what they can do and the growth opportunities are non existent. The communication from management is purposefully confusing and unclear and there is little to no feedback given. There is no one on the contract that can provide mentorship. They only promote their favorites and policies are very inequitably enforced.

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5.0
Mar 13, 2025
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Pros

Great work culture, fair pay, opportunities to learn new skills on the job.

Cons

The types of client deliverables can feel repetitive sometimes.

4.0
Oct 5, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Very competitive salary at an interesting company

Cons

Management had a hard time understanding the role the client wanted me to play. Job was massively impacted by change of administration. No mobility in the role.

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