The 20 Best Places to Work in Salem, OR As Rated by the Women Who Work There (June 2020)
Our list of the most female-friendly employers in Salem, 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 June 1, 2020. Rate your company ›
The 20 best places to work in Salem, OR
1. Castlight Health
4.1 stars
Castlight Health is a computer software company with locations in the Salem, 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:
"Great culture and benefits. Unfortunately they didn’t focus enough on operationalization and allowed politics to infiltrate"
2. OCHIN, Inc
4.0 stars
OCHIN, Inc is a hospital & health care company with locations in the Salem, OR area, that employs 201 to 500 people. The company has its best ratings for equal opportunities for women and men (4.6 stars) and female representation in leadership (4.6 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for OCHIN, Inc:
"If I was allowed to work from home 75% instead of 50% and if I could work part time instead of full time I would probably keep this job until I retire. It's pretty fulfilling an..."
3. Hilti
3.9 stars
Hilti is a construction company with locations in the Salem, 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:
"I've worked at Hilti for more than a decade. As a woman I used to be an anomaly, but now there are many women in all roles, including leadership. Diversity and inclusion are tr..."
4. Salesforce
3.9 stars
Salesforce is an internet company with locations in the Salem, 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 (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Salesforce:
"Salesforce is an amazing organization but it does take some serious grit to work here."
5. Squarespace
3.9 stars
Squarespace is an internet company with locations in the Salem, OR area, that employs 501 to 1000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.7 stars) and social activities and environment (4.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Squarespace:
"There are more women leaders now than 2 years ago. They are amazing and wonderful role models of calm, compassion and fierceness. We have stellar female leads in technical a..."
6. lululemon athletica
3.9 stars
lululemon athletica is a retail company with locations in the Salem, 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:
"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..."
7. Ruby Receptionists
3.9 stars
Ruby Receptionists is a telecommunications company with locations in the Salem, 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:
"Women centric!"
8. GlaxoSmithKline
3.9 stars
GlaxoSmithKline is a pharmaceuticals company with locations in the Salem, 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..."
9. Principal Financial Group
3.8 stars
Principal Financial Group is a financial services company with locations in the Salem, 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 love working here but wish they offered better maternity leave, longer and fully paid, not just short term disability. "
10. Autodesk
3.8 stars
Autodesk is a computer software company with locations in the Salem, 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:
"A pretty good environment, with room for growth"
11. RTI International
3.8 stars
RTI International is a research company with locations in the Salem, 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:
"I appreciate working as a team on and off. I enjoy the atmosphere, and the company understands the cost of living. Supervisors will respond asap when you need help. "
12. Fidelity Investments
3.8 stars
Fidelity Investments is a financial services company with locations in the Salem, 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:
"There are many women in upper management and Fidelity has great benefits."
13. Google
3.8 stars
Google is an internet company with locations in the Salem, 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:
"I had a very enjoyable 1-Year Contract Experience at Google."
14. CareOregon
3.8 stars
CareOregon is an insurance company with locations in the Salem, 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:
"Overall pretty good but benefits and lack of parental leave doesn’t make it family friendly"
15. Cielo Talent
3.7 stars
Cielo Talent is a human resources company with locations in the Salem, 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 (4.6 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..."
16. NAVEX Global
3.7 stars
NAVEX Global is an information technology and services company with locations in the Salem, OR area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.3 stars) and the people you work with (4.1 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for NAVEX Global:
"During the pandemic I've been able to see exactly how much NAVEX Global values it's employees. I am so thankful to be a part of such an amazing organization."
17. Genentech
3.7 stars
Genentech is a biotechnology company with locations in the Salem, OR 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:
"The best company I've ever worked for in terms of gender equality. Actively working to make it better; corporate bonuses depend on achieving these goals. "
18. Procter and Gamble
3.7 stars
Procter and Gamble is a consumer goods company with locations in the Salem, 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:
"Great company!"
19. Cengage Learning
3.6 stars
Cengage Learning is an e-learning company with locations in the Salem, 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 (4.2 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Cengage Learning:
"Cengage could certainly benefit from having more gender diversity on the executive team, but overall it is a fantastic place for women to work."
20. McKinstry
3.6 stars
McKinstry is a construction company with locations in the Salem, OR area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for wellness initiatives (4.3 stars) and paid time off (4.2 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for McKinstry:
"Fantastic place to work that is committed to diversity and inclusion and is constantly evolving to do things better! Very open culture with amazing people that treat each other ..."
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 June 1, 2020.