The 20 Best Places to Work in Grand Rapids, MI As Rated by the Women Who Work There (July 2020)
Our list of the most female-friendly employers in Grand Rapids, MI 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 Grand Rapids, MI
1. lululemon athletica
3.9 stars
lululemon athletica is a retail company with locations in the Grand Rapids, MI 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..."
2. GlaxoSmithKline
3.9 stars
GlaxoSmithKline is a pharmaceuticals company with locations in the Grand Rapids, MI 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:
"I have been impressed with GSK and their avenues for ensuring that talented women have the opportunity to progress their careers. They have rotational opportunities available, w..."
3. Priority Health
3.7 stars
Priority Health is an insurance company with locations in the Grand Rapids, MI area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for management opportunities (4.6 stars) and female representation in leadership (4.5 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Priority Health:
"I love my job, this is a great place to work with amazing leadership and strong women killin' it every day "
4. Steelcase
3.7 stars
Steelcase is a furniture company with locations in the Grand Rapids, MI area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.4 stars) and wellness initiatives (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Steelcase:
"The company is definitely trying hard to get it right - mother's room, gym on premises, and three week bonding leave for mothers and fathers (which helps remove any stigma from ..."
5. Alliance Data
3.7 stars
Alliance Data is a marketing and advertising company with locations in the Grand Rapids, MI 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:
"It's a call center so the down side is dealing with that type of work. "
6. Genentech
3.7 stars
Genentech is a biotechnology company with locations in the Grand Rapids, MI 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."
7. Deloitte
3.6 stars
Deloitte is a management consulting company with locations in the Grand Rapids, MI area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.3 stars) and paid time off (4.3 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Deloitte:
"External policies for women are very good. But the reality of work life balance is pretty low considering the hours it takes to achieve metrics and promotions. "
8. Mosaic Sales Solutions
3.6 stars
Mosaic Sales Solutions is a marketing and advertising company with locations in the Grand Rapids, MI 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).
9. Plante Moran
3.6 stars
Plante Moran is an accounting company with locations in the Grand Rapids, MI area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.5 stars) and equal opportunities for women and men (4.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Plante Moran:
"Plante Moran was a great place for women and mothers."
10. American Heart Association
3.6 stars
American Heart Association is a health, wellness and fitness company with locations in the Grand Rapids, MI area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for female representation in leadership (4.8 stars) and management opportunities (4.5 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for American Heart Association:
"While women are greatly supported there is a huge lack of cultural diversity. Only white, thin, “pretty” women get promoted."
11. Novo Nordisk
3.6 stars
Novo Nordisk is a pharmaceuticals company with locations in the Grand Rapids, MI area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.0 stars) and salary satisfaction (4.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Novo Nordisk:
"It's a great company that could use more female leadership as well as more familiar friendly positions for people who are looking to move into leadership. Overall I'm very satis..."
12. The Princeton Review
3.6 stars
The Princeton Review is an education management company with locations in the Grand Rapids, MI 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."
13. Humana
3.6 stars
Humana is an insurance company with locations in the Grand Rapids, MI 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:
"Humana offers female empowerment at every level and in whatever form you look for it. There are women in management, formal mentoring programs, social networking groups, great b..."
14. CDW
3.5 stars
CDW is an information technology and services company with locations in the Grand Rapids, MI area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for female representation in leadership (4.0 stars) and equal opportunities for women and men (3.9 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for CDW:
"Great company, strong female leadership, great work/life balance"
15. Grand Valley State University
3.5 stars
Grand Valley State University is a higher education company with locations in the Grand Rapids, MI area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for equal opportunities for women and men (4.3 stars) and female representation in leadership (4.3 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Grand Valley State University:
"Aside from their maternity policy (which has required faculty to pay for their own replacement, on at least one occasion), generally pretty decent place to work as a woman."
16. Stryker
3.5 stars
Stryker is a medical devices company with locations in the Grand Rapids, MI area, that employs 10000+ people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.1 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (3.9 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Stryker:
"For the first time in my career, I'm at a company where nobody tells you to smile. Everyone is actually focused on doing their job to ensure the best outcome for patients on the..."
17. T-Mobile
3.5 stars
T-Mobile is a telecommunications company with locations in the Grand Rapids, MI 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 my company"
18. Vera Bradley
3.5 stars
Vera Bradley is an apparel & fashion company with locations in the Grand Rapids, MI 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:
"Vera Bradley is such a kind company! It was my first job out of college as a CSR and the job was stressful in dealing with customers everyday for 40 hours a week. However, manag..."
19. Lush Cosmetics
3.5 stars
Lush Cosmetics is a cosmetics company with locations in the Grand Rapids, MI 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:
"Lush Cosmetics is an amazing company for people passionate about cosmetics, the environment, human rights and animal rights. Being part of such an ethical company set the bar hi..."
20. Travelers
3.5 stars
Travelers is an insurance company with locations in the Grand Rapids, MI 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:
"Travelers is a great company to work 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 July 1, 2020.