It is a nice environment to work in. - Senior Sales Associate Smithsonian Employee Review

3.0
Nov 1, 2012
Recommend
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Pros

It is a big organization, and has an outstanding reputation all over the world. There's a lot of opportunity with in the organization.

Cons

Sometimes it gets boring due to repetitive nature of the job. There is not much to do around winter time.

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5.0
Jun 8, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Great mission. Strong benefits including health insurance and 403b contribution. Many people stick around for 5, 10, 15+ years.

Cons

Things are sometimes slow due to bureaucracy.

4.0
Jun 6, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

There is a strong community and network in museum and natural science collections and support.

Cons

Working conditions have a standard of museum environment settings, not ideal for those that desire to be outside all day.

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