The 20 Best Places to Work in Anchorage, AK As Rated by the Women Who Work There (December 2019)
Our list of the most female-friendly employers in Anchorage, AK 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 December 1, 2019. Rate your company ›
The 20 best places to work in Anchorage, AK
1. Hilti
4.0 stars
Hilti is a construction company with locations in the Anchorage, AK area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.6 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (4.5 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Hilti:
"I've read the past 2 years, Hilti has further improved their policies to provide better work-life balance and to allow paid parental time off (for both mothers and fathers). Thi..."
2. lululemon athletica
3.9 stars
lululemon athletica is a retail company with locations in the Anchorage, AK 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. Procter and Gamble
3.7 stars
Procter and Gamble is a consumer goods company with locations in the Anchorage, AK area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.2 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (4.1 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Procter and Gamble:
"There are some structural things (e.g. Technical Career System) that seem to support/reinforce gender biases.."
4. GCI General Communication, Inc
3.6 stars
GCI General Communication, Inc is a telecommunications company with locations in the Anchorage, AK area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for the people you work with (4.2 stars) and ability to telecommute (4.1 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for GCI General Communication, Inc:
"Great company to work for. They treat employees like they matter. "
5. Lush Cosmetics
3.5 stars
Lush Cosmetics is a cosmetics company with locations in the Anchorage, AK area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for female representation in leadership (4.7 stars) and management opportunities (4.5 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Lush Cosmetics:
"Thank you, LUSH. I've never felt safer or more fulfilled at work."
6. CH2M
3.5 stars
CH2M is a civil engineering company with locations in the Anchorage, AK area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for flexible work hours (4.0 stars) and the people you work with (4.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for CH2M:
"CH2M is focused on a diverse workplace. Opportunities have opened up for me that I wouldn't have expected in such a male dominated field."
7. REI
3.4 stars
REI is a retail company with locations in the Anchorage, AK area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for equal opportunities for women and men (4.0 stars) and the people you work with (4.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for REI:
"REI is definitely a forward-thinking company. I see many females rise into solid careers here. A few years ago I worked with a man who thought he could get away with sexist comm..."
8. KPMG
3.4 stars
KPMG is a management consulting company with locations in the Anchorage, AK area, that employs 10000+ people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.1 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (4.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for KPMG:
"Overall, KPMG is a great place to work, men and women alike. Our new CEO is a woman, and darn good at her job. I feel proud to work for KPMG. I would like to see more opportu..."
9. Delta
3.4 stars
Delta is an airlines/aviation company with locations in the Anchorage, AK area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for equal opportunities for women and men (4.1 stars) and management opportunities (3.8 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Delta:
"I feel respected as a young woman working at Delta. This is because I'm not treated as a woman, per say, but rather another employee of equal capability. Gender does not play a ..."
10. Bank of America
3.3 stars
Bank of America is a banking company with locations in the Anchorage, AK area, that employs 10000+ people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.4 stars) and paid time off (4.1 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Bank of America:
"Bank of America has some of the best benefits in the industry...paid maternity leave, paternity leave, adoption leave...some of the best healthcare options compared to others in..."
11. Medtronic
3.3 stars
Medtronic is a medical devices company with locations in the Anchorage, AK area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (3.8 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (3.6 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Medtronic:
"Everyone fits in here!"
12. American Cancer Society
3.3 stars
American Cancer Society is a non-profit organization management company with locations in the Anchorage, AK area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.3 stars) and management opportunities (3.9 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for American Cancer Society:
"Overall, ACS is a great company to work for. There are plenty of opportunities for growth that are available regardless of gender, race, physical ability, or sexual orientation...."
13. The Nature Conservancy
3.3 stars
The Nature Conservancy is a non-profit organization management company with locations in the Anchorage, AK area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.1 stars) and flexible work hours (4.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for The Nature Conservancy:
"Overall a great place to work with good people for an important mission. Flexibility often depends on supervisor. Company has been improving support for women in recent years an..."
14. Starbucks
3.2 stars
Starbucks is a retail company with locations in the Anchorage, AK 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 (4.3 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Starbucks:
"A very lovely, female-friendly workplace."
15. Nordstrom
3.2 stars
Nordstrom is a retail company with locations in the Anchorage, AK area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for management opportunities (4.4 stars) and female representation in leadership (4.3 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Nordstrom:
"AMAZING company. Have worked for them for 28 years. My second family. "
16. Schneider Electric
3.2 stars
Schneider Electric is an electrical/electronic manufacturing company with locations in the Anchorage, AK area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for wellness initiatives (3.8 stars) and paid time off (3.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Schneider Electric:
"I am very impressed with how many women are in key rolls at Schneider electric. I myself am a woman in software development and i find no difference in the way I am treated vs ..."
17. Pitney Bowes
3.2 stars
Pitney Bowes is a business supplies and equipment company with locations in the Anchorage, AK area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for equal opportunities for women and men (4.1 stars) and paid time off (4.0 stars).
18. LPL Financial
3.2 stars
LPL Financial is a financial services company with locations in the Anchorage, AK area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for wellness initiatives (4.0 stars) and paid time off (3.9 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for LPL Financial:
"Great perks, difficult to get salary increases."
19. Cardinal Health
3.2 stars
Cardinal Health is a company with locations in the Anchorage, AK area,. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.2 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (3.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Cardinal Health:
"Not just friendly to women, but to LGBTs as well. "
20. TEKsystems
3.2 stars
TEKsystems is an information technology and services company with locations in the Anchorage, AK area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for social activities and environment (4.0 stars) and the people you work with (3.8 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for TEKsystems:
"TEKsystems has traditionally been a bit of a boy's club but the corporate diversity program is making great strides at prioritizing opportunities for a range of groups, not just..."
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 December 1, 2019.