The 20 Best Places to Work in Albany, NY As Rated by the Women Who Work There (January 2020)
Our list of the most female-friendly employers in Albany, NY is based on ratings and reviews from the women who work there.
InHerSight users rate their employers on 16 factors of female-friendliness, including paid time off, management opportunities, equal opportunities for women and men, the ability to work remotely, maternity and adoptive leave, flexible work hours, and more.
The companies on this list have ratings and reviews from at least 10 current or former employees as of January 5, 2020. Rate your company ›
The 20 best places to work in Albany, NY
1. Etsy
4.1 stars
Etsy is an internet company with locations in the Albany, NY area, that employs 501 to 1000 people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.7 stars) and paid time off (4.5 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Etsy:
"The only drawback to this company is that it takes forever for consensus on how to get things done. Other than that, Etsy is super supportive and is quite easily the best compa..."
2. lululemon athletica
3.9 stars
lululemon athletica is a retail company with locations in the Albany, NY area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for wellness initiatives (4.8 stars) and female representation in leadership (4.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for lululemon athletica:
"Lululemon is a company that very obviously values all people. There are ample opportunities for development and enhancement. The company supports you as an individual while enco..."
3. GlaxoSmithKline
3.9 stars
GlaxoSmithKline is a pharmaceuticals company with locations in the Albany, NY area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.4 stars) and the people you work with (4.2 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for GlaxoSmithKline:
"In the time I have been here, I have had strong female managers at the VP level in the company. I have strongly felt that there is equal opportunity for advancement and assignm..."
4. Genentech
3.7 stars
Genentech is a biotechnology company with locations in the Albany, NY area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.4 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (4.2 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Genentech:
"Female manager didn't support me as an employee with my maternity leave. It came across as a huge burden to her and I was laid off when she heard that I wanted to have a 2nd baby."
5. Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc
3.7 stars
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc is a biotechnology company with locations in the Albany, NY area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for wellness initiatives (4.3 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (4.2 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc:
"Very male dominated, especially at the director level and above. There had not been recognition that I could see that the company might be better with a more balanced leadership..."
6. Alliance Data
3.7 stars
Alliance Data is a marketing and advertising company with locations in the Albany, NY area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for wellness initiatives (4.2 stars) and female representation in leadership (4.1 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Alliance Data:
"Great workplace with women leaders across the businesses. Fantastic work culture!"
7. Deloitte
3.6 stars
Deloitte is a management consulting company with locations in the Albany, NY area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.3 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (4.3 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Deloitte:
"excellent place for women"
8. AstraZeneca
3.6 stars
AstraZeneca is a pharmaceuticals company with locations in the Albany, NY area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.3 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (4.1 stars).
9. Southwest Airlines
3.6 stars
Southwest Airlines is an airlines/aviation company with locations in the Albany, NY area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for equal opportunities for women and men (4.4 stars) and management opportunities (4.2 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Southwest Airlines:
"Southwest Airlines is an amazing company to work for. You can fly for free on a standby basis, and who can argue with that perk? The insurance plans are affordable and the cover..."
10. Humana
3.6 stars
Humana is an insurance company with locations in the Albany, NY area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for wellness initiatives (4.2 stars) and paid time off (4.2 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Humana:
"Great maternity benefits Work-life balance is a priority Continous opportunities for professional growth Many employee network resource groups to engage with "
11. Turner Construction Company
3.6 stars
Turner Construction Company is a construction company with locations in the Albany, NY area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for learning opportunities (4.3 stars) and paid time off (4.2 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Turner Construction Company:
"Overall I feel supported"
12. Dell
3.5 stars
Dell is an information technology and services company with locations in the Albany, NY area, that employs 10000+ people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.2 stars) and ability to telecommute (4.1 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Dell:
"I didn't realize how great it was until I left :) "
13. Aflac
3.5 stars
Aflac is an insurance company with locations in the Albany, NY area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for flexible work hours (4.4 stars) and equal opportunities for women and men (4.3 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Aflac:
"From the time I started here I knew I was right at home! If you're a woman that wan't to get into business and marketing this is the place to be. This is definitely a place wher..."
14. Mosaic Sales Solutions
3.5 stars
Mosaic Sales Solutions is a marketing and advertising company with locations in the Albany, NY area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for the people you work with (4.3 stars) and paid time off (4.1 stars).
15. Accenture
3.5 stars
Accenture is an information technology and services company with locations in the Albany, NY area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.1 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (4.1 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Accenture:
"Few female leaders; however, I never encountered sexism from anyone at the firm. I worked in many different groups and I was always treated like an equal and provided with growt..."
16. Maurices
3.5 stars
Maurices is a retail company with locations in the Albany, NY area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for female representation in leadership (4.7 stars) and management opportunities (4.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Maurices:
"My boss always says, "I want you to feel empowered in making decisions, working forward, and working up." I feel like this could be the company motto- I've never worked somewher..."
17. T-Mobile
3.5 stars
T-Mobile is a telecommunications company with locations in the Albany, NY area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.0 stars) and equal opportunities for women and men (4.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for T-Mobile:
"I love working here and the way we are supported."
18. Travelers
3.5 stars
Travelers is an insurance company with locations in the Albany, NY area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.5 stars) and equal opportunities for women and men (3.9 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Travelers:
"In our office we have females, males, minorities and majorities at every level. We have every race and there is mutual respect throughout the office. We engage in many activit..."
19. Amgen
3.5 stars
Amgen is a biotechnology company with locations in the Albany, NY area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.4 stars) and wellness initiatives (4.2 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Amgen:
"Overall, this company is quite progressive, and a good place to work. However, with regard to equality in pay for women, they are not open to an in depth review, and I am awar..."
20. Vera Bradley
3.5 stars
Vera Bradley is an apparel & fashion company with locations in the Albany, NY area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for female representation in leadership (4.7 stars) and management opportunities (4.6 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Vera Bradley:
"This is hands down the best company I have ever worked for."
Companies with ratings and reviews from at least 10 current or former US-based employees are eligible for this list. Company ratings accurate as of January 5, 2020.