Not so sure about them anymore, only the stocks matter now. - Sr. Vehicle Operations Specialist Rivian Employee Review

4.0
Jul 8, 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Best job I've honestly ever had, but specific to my role. I loved all of my coworkers, loved the work I did & what I was able to contribute to the company & my peers. Good benefits, stock program, etc. I had an amazing work/life balance & loved every aspect of my job until they went public, then everything changed in a matter of a couple months.

Cons

Unreasonable & unpredictable layoffs of some of their absolute best & most valuable employees, apparently due to over-hiring practices. Don't mistakenly think that you'll dodge the chopping block just because you've proven your worth to your peers, higher-ups, or the overall department. Everyone is expendable simply for cash value ever since they became a publicly traded company, your actual contributions are meaningless in the end. Toxic corporate culture infests every corner of this company. They're no better than anywhere else anymore.

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5.0
Jul 1, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Great learning opportunity, fun work, good people

Cons

Lots of travel if not based in Normal IL. Lot of change from management

2.0
Jun 17, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

- Great exposure to the product - Amazing teammates, boots on the ground collaboration - Onboarding is really well done - they take this part seriously and I appreciate that.

Cons

- Limited growth - Constantly worried whether your department is getting laid off. - I've worked at plenty of other startups and EV companies and this one is by far the worst. - Zero job security unless you're JR

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