The 20 Best Places to Work in Chesapeake, VA As Rated by the Women Who Work There (July 2020)
Our list of the most female-friendly employers in Chesapeake, VA 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 July 1, 2020. Rate your company ›
The 20 best places to work in Chesapeake, VA
1. Amplified IT
4.1 stars
Amplified IT is an information technology and services company with locations in the Chesapeake, VA area, that employs 11 to 50 people. The company has its best ratings for ability to telecommute (4.8 stars) and flexible work hours (4.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Amplified IT:
"Amplified IT, its mission, and its people make a wonderful place to work and grow."
2. USAA
3.7 stars
USAA is a financial services company with locations in the Chesapeake, VA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.4 stars) and wellness initiatives (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for USAA:
"My spouse and I were hired the same day at the same company doing the same job 14 years ago. Because he had previous management experience he was paid more than me. He has compl..."
3. Navy Federal Credit Union
3.7 stars
Navy Federal Credit Union is a financial services company with locations in the Chesapeake, VA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for wellness initiatives (4.4 stars) and female representation in leadership (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Navy Federal Credit Union:
"Navy federal was the best company i ever worked with. They offered competitive pay, opportunities for growth, and good training and opportunities to help you reach your goal for..."
4. Genentech
3.7 stars
Genentech is a biotechnology company with locations in the Chesapeake, VA 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. Procter and Gamble
3.7 stars
Procter and Gamble is a consumer goods company with locations in the Chesapeake, VA 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.."
6. Cengage Learning
3.6 stars
Cengage Learning is an e-learning company with locations in the Chesapeake, VA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.3 stars) and the people you work with (4.2 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Cengage Learning:
"While Cengage does need to include more women in the c-suite, it's mid level management and even individual contributor female ratios are excellent. I am a member of a very stro..."
7. Mosaic Sales Solutions
3.6 stars
Mosaic Sales Solutions is a marketing and advertising company with locations in the Chesapeake, VA 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 (4.2 stars).
8. People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA)
3.6 stars
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) is a non-profit organization management company with locations in the Chesapeake, VA area, that employs 201 to 500 people. The company has its best ratings for female representation in leadership (4.8 stars) and management opportunities (4.3 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA):
"Amazing place to work with a female leader who is fearless."
9. The Princeton Review
3.6 stars
The Princeton Review is an education management company with locations in the Chesapeake, VA area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for equal opportunities for women and men (4.4 stars) and the people you work with (4.3 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for The Princeton Review:
"Meaningful work, but industry is facing headwinds."
10. Dell Technologies
3.6 stars
Dell Technologies is an information technology and services company with locations in the Chesapeake, VA area, that employs 10000+ people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.2 stars) and ability to telecommute (4.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Dell Technologies:
"I feel blessed to work for Dell. I am respected, I have never felt uncomfortable and I feel there are a TON of opportunities for women. I can see no difference in the way men an..."
11. Humana
3.6 stars
Humana is an insurance company with locations in the Chesapeake, VA 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:
"I very much enjoy working at Humana. The flexibility I have being a single mom has been wonderful as well as WFH/WAH. They have multiple avenues for training and multiple ways..."
12. ADP
3.5 stars
ADP is a human resources company with locations in the Chesapeake, VA area, that employs 10000+ people. The company has its best ratings for management opportunities (4.0 stars) and paid time off (4.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for ADP:
"I like the work-life balance in ADP. I also like the opportunities, benefits and compensation being offered to their employees."
13. Vera Bradley
3.5 stars
Vera Bradley is an apparel & fashion company with locations in the Chesapeake, VA 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."
14. CH2M
3.5 stars
CH2M is a civil engineering company with locations in the Chesapeake, VA 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."
15. Booz Allen Hamilton
3.5 stars
Booz Allen Hamilton is a management consulting company with locations in the Chesapeake, VA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (3.8 stars) and the people you work with (3.8 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Booz Allen Hamilton:
"Of the five leaders above my level in my personal chain, three of them are women. "
16. Unilever
3.5 stars
Unilever is a consumer goods company with locations in the Chesapeake, VA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (3.9 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (3.8 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Unilever:
"The best experience of my life so far! A company that cares about the employe and pleasant environment!"
17. Brunswick Corporation
3.5 stars
Brunswick Corporation is a consumer goods company with locations in the Chesapeake, VA area, that employs 10000+ people. The company has its best ratings for the people you work with (4.0 stars) and employer responsiveness (3.9 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Brunswick Corporation:
"I have been working at Brunswick for over 2+ years. I highly recommend Brunswick as a place to work. The leadership team is encouraging, supportive and values their employees. I..."
18. Aetna
3.5 stars
Aetna is an insurance company with locations in the Chesapeake, VA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.0 stars) and wellness initiatives (4.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Aetna:
"I've been with this company for twelve years now. It's never been a great job & speaking honestly, I'm not a huge cheerleader for the actual company or the insurance industry. T..."
19. REI
3.4 stars
REI is a retail company with locations in the Chesapeake, VA 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 all around a great place to work. The only trouble I get about being a female bike tech is from costumers, but that is very rare"
20. A Place for Mom
3.4 stars
A Place for Mom is a hospital & health care company with locations in the Chesapeake, VA area, that employs 501 to 1000 people. The company has its best ratings for ability to telecommute (4.9 stars) and the people you work with (4.2 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for A Place for Mom:
"Change in owners....bad leads and marketing."
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 July 1, 2020.