The 20 Best Places to Work in Portland, OR As Rated by the Women Who Work There (April 2020)
Our list of the most female-friendly employers in Portland, OR 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 April 1, 2020. Rate your company ›
The 20 best places to work in Portland, OR
1. Castlight Health
4.1 stars
Castlight Health is a computer software company with locations in the Portland, OR area, that employs 201 to 500 people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.8 stars) and paid time off (4.6 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Castlight Health:
"This is a wonderful, balanced & diverse company that is very focused on changing healthcare for the better. Lots of women in management, leadership & the board as well. Great be..."
2. Hilti
3.9 stars
Hilti is a construction company with locations in the Portland, OR area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.5 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (4.5 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Hilti:
"Hilti has been a wonderful employer through the several stages of my life. When I started straight out of college, they supported my development by helping pay for my master's d..."
3. OCHIN, Inc
3.9 stars
OCHIN, Inc is a hospital & health care company with locations in the Portland, OR area, that employs 201 to 500 people. The company has its best ratings for equal opportunities for women and men (4.5 stars) and female representation in leadership (4.5 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for OCHIN, Inc:
"Leadership should evolve with company growth. Unfortunately too many egos worried about titles as opposed to doing an amazing job and supporting the employees."
4. Salesforce
3.9 stars
Salesforce is an internet company with locations in the Portland, OR area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.5 stars) and paid time off (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Salesforce:
"Great company with pockets of diversity issues (old boys club). "
5. lululemon athletica
3.9 stars
lululemon athletica is a retail company with locations in the Portland, OR 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:
"A company that cares about all people as human beings and works to empower no only the employees but also the customers, excellent work environment. "
6. Ruby Receptionists
3.9 stars
Ruby Receptionists is a telecommunications company with locations in the Portland, OR area, that employs 201 to 500 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 Ruby Receptionists:
"Hands down, Ruby is the best place to work at."
7. GlaxoSmithKline
3.9 stars
GlaxoSmithKline is a pharmaceuticals company with locations in the Portland, OR 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..."
8. Principal Financial Group
3.8 stars
Principal Financial Group is a financial services company with locations in the Portland, OR area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.3 stars) and female representation in leadership (4.1 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Principal Financial Group:
"I work in a call center. For the most part they just want the body in seat and to help people as fast as possible."
9. Google
3.8 stars
Google is an internet company with locations in the Portland, OR area, that employs 5001 to 10000 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 Google:
"Google offers many benefits to its FTE such as free healthy food, gym access, flex Fridays, and continued education & training in your field. The only draw back is that there is..."
10. Fidelity Investments
3.8 stars
Fidelity Investments is a financial services company with locations in the Portland, OR area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.5 stars) and wellness initiatives (4.2 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Fidelity Investments:
"With 16 weeks paid maternity leave for women and 6 for men this company is supportive of growing families. There is also an adoption reimbursement available. The on desire not m..."
11. CareOregon
3.8 stars
CareOregon is an insurance company with locations in the Portland, OR area, that employs 501 to 1000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.5 stars) and flexible work hours (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for CareOregon:
"I feel very privileged to work for such a wonderful company. Every employee is supported, respected, and cared for. It's a wonderful feeling going to work and loving what you do"
12. RTI International
3.8 stars
RTI International is a research company with locations in the Portland, OR area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for management opportunities (4.4 stars) and flexible work hours (4.2 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for RTI International:
"Fantastic place to work. "
13. Autodesk
3.7 stars
Autodesk is a computer software company with locations in the Portland, OR area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for wellness initiatives (4.1 stars) and ability to telecommute (4.1 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Autodesk:
"Wish there were more female executives. This is still an industry very clearly dominated by men."
14. Cielo Talent
3.7 stars
Cielo Talent is a human resources company with locations in the Portland, OR 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 Cielo Talent:
"My manager is probably the best boss I have ever had. She is supportive and flexible. She takes my career goals into consideration and talks openly with me about my professiona..."
15. Genentech
3.7 stars
Genentech is a biotechnology company with locations in the Portland, OR 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 (4.2 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Genentech:
"my input and expertise are sought, valued, and respected. I have many incredible women who act as role models and mentors. I have never been called but by when I am assertive or..."
16. Airbnb
3.7 stars
Airbnb is an internet company with locations in the Portland, OR area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.5 stars) and social activities and environment (4.2 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Airbnb:
"Vibrant, inclusive culture with a lot of initiatives for diversity that are starting to show effect."
17. Procter and Gamble
3.7 stars
Procter and Gamble is a consumer goods company with locations in the Portland, OR 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.."
18. Cengage Learning
3.6 stars
Cengage Learning is an e-learning company with locations in the Portland, OR 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 (4.1 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Cengage Learning:
"They offer private breast pumping rooms, 3 months parental leave for both parents regardless of gender for a new baby or adoption. Inside sales reps can work from home once a mo..."
19. EverFi
3.6 stars
EverFi is an e-learning company with locations in the Portland, OR area, that employs 201 to 500 people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.6 stars) and paid time off (4.6 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for EverFi:
"Awesome place to work! Expecting big things in the next couple of years. "
20. TD Ameritrade
3.6 stars
TD Ameritrade is a financial services company with locations in the Portland, OR area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for the people you work with (4.1 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (4.1 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for TD Ameritrade:
"Amazing company. I love it here!"
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 April 1, 2020.