The 20 Best Places to Work in Rochester, MN As Rated by the Women Who Work There (July 2020)
Our list of the most female-friendly employers in Rochester, MN 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 3, 2020. Rate your company ›
The 20 best places to work in Rochester, MN
1. Girl Scouts River Valleys
3.7 stars
Girl Scouts River Valleys is a non-profit organization management company with locations in the Rochester, MN area, that employs 51 to 200 people. The company has its best ratings for female representation in leadership (5.0 stars) and equal opportunities for women and men (4.5 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Girl Scouts River Valleys:
"This is a very progressive and cutting edge company that encourages room for growth both personally and professionally. This is a great place to try out new ideas. The staff are..."
2. Mosaic Sales Solutions
3.6 stars
Mosaic Sales Solutions is a marketing and advertising company with locations in the Rochester, MN 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).
3. T-Mobile
3.5 stars
T-Mobile is a telecommunications company with locations in the Rochester, MN 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:
"Best all around company I've ever worked for. Supportive management, free college degrees from an accredited university, promotion opportunities regularly, active diversity tea..."
4. Shaw Industries
3.4 stars
Shaw Industries is a textiles company with locations in the Rochester, MN area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for equal opportunities for women and men (4.0 stars) and learning opportunities (3.9 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Shaw Industries:
"Great company for men and women alike for many reasons! "
5. IBM
3.4 stars
IBM is an information technology and services company with locations in the Rochester, MN area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.0 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (3.8 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for IBM:
"Telecommuting is an option that is widely available which makes balancing work and life better. Our CEO is a woman so can't beat that for a role model of advancement for women. ..."
6. Mayo Clinic
3.3 stars
Mayo Clinic is a hospital & health care company with locations in the Rochester, MN area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for equal opportunities for women and men (3.8 stars) and management opportunities (3.8 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Mayo Clinic:
"I’m bored."
7. RSM US LLP
3.3 stars
RSM US LLP is an accounting company with locations in the Rochester, MN 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 RSM US LLP:
"Good benefits, but stuck in an old boys club culture so meaningful increases in women in leadership roles and getting promoted was / is sorely lacking. "
8. 3M
3.3 stars
3M is a mechanical or industrial engineering company with locations in the Rochester, MN area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (3.9 stars) and paid time off (3.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for 3M:
"Manufacturing has a very male-centric history. In the last few years, I've been pleasantly surprised by 3ms inclusive atmosphere even at the most basic, floor level. I am treate..."
9. American Cancer Society
3.3 stars
American Cancer Society is a non-profit organization management company with locations in the Rochester, MN 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:
"Loved my job but was laid off due to company restructure."
10. Wells Fargo
3.3 stars
Wells Fargo is a financial services company with locations in the Rochester, MN area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.1 stars) and paid time off (4.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Wells Fargo:
"Great company to work for! They treat their quality employees as assets."
11. Costco Wholesale
3.2 stars
Costco Wholesale is a retail company with locations in the Rochester, MN 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 (4.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Costco Wholesale:
"Always remember to not break your body for a job."
12. inVentiv Health
3.2 stars
inVentiv Health is a pharmaceuticals company with locations in the Rochester, MN area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for equal opportunities for women and men (3.9 stars) and paid time off (3.8 stars).
13. Associated Bank
3.2 stars
Associated Bank is a financial services company with locations in the Rochester, MN area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (3.8 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (3.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Associated Bank:
"They have extremely high standards, and if you aren't meeting them you will be reminded every day by daily reports. If you are meeting them, the goals become even harder. It's n..."
14. Verizon
3.2 stars
Verizon is an information technology and services company with locations in the Rochester, MN 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 (3.8 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Verizon:
"The customers could be tough but the staff is great and everyone helps each other"
15. Kellogg Company
3.1 stars
Kellogg Company is a consumer goods company with locations in the Rochester, MN area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (3.9 stars) and salary satisfaction (3.6 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Kellogg Company:
"Fantastic Company to work for!"
16. TEKsystems
3.1 stars
TEKsystems is an information technology and services company with locations in the Rochester, MN 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 (3.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for TEKsystems:
"This company has good intentions, but it can't break the "boys club" mentality that's part of its roots. They've made some strides, but no real fundamental changes to make this ..."
17. Kaplan
3.1 stars
Kaplan is an education management company with locations in the Rochester, MN area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for the people you work with (4.1 stars) and paid time off (3.9 stars).
18. Red Wing Shoe Co.
3.1 stars
Red Wing Shoe Co. is an apparel & fashion company with locations in the Rochester, MN area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for management opportunities (3.6 stars) and equal opportunities for women and men (3.6 stars).
19. FedEx Express
3.1 stars
FedEx Express is a package/freight delivery company with locations in the Rochester, MN area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.0 stars) and equal opportunities for women and men (3.8 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for FedEx Express:
"It’s a wonderful company to work for."
20. Banfield Pet Hospital
3.1 stars
Banfield Pet Hospital is a veterinary company with locations in the Rochester, MN area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for female representation in leadership (4.2 stars) and management opportunities (4.2 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Banfield Pet Hospital:
"I love the company as a whole, but it's really luck of the draw when it comes to the location you're hired at. I've experienced a transfer and my two locations are COMPLETELY di..."
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 3, 2020.