The 20 Best Places to Work in Somerville, MA As Rated by the Women Who Work There (July 2020)
Our list of the most female-friendly employers in Somerville, MA 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 2, 2020. Rate your company ›
The 20 best places to work in Somerville, MA
1. HubSpot
4.3 stars
HubSpot is an information technology and services company with locations in the Somerville, MA area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for flexible work hours (4.8 stars) and ability to telecommute (4.8 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for HubSpot:
"There were issues in the past that I struggled with, but the company has fully addressed them in the past two years and has only continued to get better. They have a track recor..."
2. Disruptor Beam
4.2 stars
Disruptor Beam is a computer games company with locations in the Somerville, MA area, that employs 51 to 200 people. The company has its best ratings for flexible work hours (4.8 stars) and ability to telecommute (4.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Disruptor Beam:
"Anybody can be whatever they want to be at this company, as long as they're willing to become dangerously good at it. I love it!"
3. Palo Alto Networks
4.2 stars
Palo Alto Networks is a computer & network security company with locations in the Somerville, MA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for the people you work with (4.5 stars) and paid time off (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Palo Alto Networks:
"Palo Alto Networks was not my first internship, but it completely blew me away. I have found that even at the lowest level of employee, the executives want to take the time to h..."
4. The Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
4.2 stars
The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) is a management consulting company with locations in the Somerville, MA area, that employs 10000+ people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.7 stars) and equal opportunities for women and men (4.5 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for The Boston Consulting Group (BCG):
"Overall, I consider BCG an excellent place to work for females - both consultants and administrative professionals. Diversity and inclusion are becoming even more important by t..."
5. Intuit
4.1 stars
Intuit is a computer software company with locations in the Somerville, MA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for wellness initiatives (4.6 stars) and paid time off (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Intuit:
"Great company to work for! I worked remotely so some things didn't apply but GREAT atmosphere and leadership. "
6. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
4.1 stars
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts is an insurance company with locations in the Somerville, MA area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for wellness initiatives (4.8 stars) and ability to telecommute (4.7 stars).
7. Synchrony
4.1 stars
Synchrony is a financial services company with locations in the Somerville, MA area, that employs 10000+ people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.6 stars) and female representation in leadership (4.6 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Synchrony:
"At Synchrony we are ALL equal and have the same opportunities! There is never a shortage of women in charge."
8. Johnson & Johnson
4.0 stars
Johnson & Johnson is a hospital & health care company with locations in the Somerville, MA area, that employs 10000+ people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.6 stars) and paid time off (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Johnson & Johnson:
"Great place to work hard and grow for folks with young families."
9. Bain & Company
4.0 stars
Bain & Company is a management consulting company with locations in the Somerville, MA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for social activities and environment (4.8 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (4.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Bain & Company:
"Bain has been so supportive of me as a working Mom. They create opportunities and have made a commitment to keeping women at Bain in a way that is sustainable. I love this com..."
10. NetSuite
4.0 stars
NetSuite is a computer software company with locations in the Somerville, MA area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for employer responsiveness (4.7 stars) and paid time off (4.6 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for NetSuite:
"I recognize NetSuite's initiatives to add benefits, opportunities, more valuable regardless of race and gender. I recognize that as a woman, NetSuite is trying to consider my ne..."
11. Salesforce
3.9 stars
Salesforce is an internet company with locations in the Somerville, MA 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:
"While it was a great place in terms of benefits and I worked with amazing people, it wasn't a great environment for career growth as a woman. Men always got the better projects,..."
12. Ericsson
3.9 stars
Ericsson is a telecommunications company with locations in the Somerville, MA area, that employs 10000+ people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.4 stars) and ability to telecommute (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Ericsson:
"It is great to be part of Ericsson!"
13. lululemon athletica
3.9 stars
lululemon athletica is a retail company with locations in the Somerville, MA 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. "
14. One Medical
3.9 stars
One Medical is a medical practice company with locations in the Somerville, MA area, that employs 1001 to 5000 people. The company has its best ratings for management opportunities (4.7 stars) and equal opportunities for women and men (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for One Medical:
"One Medical Group truly stands behind the motto: "Doctor's Office Reinvented." This is a very fun-filled friendly environment that strongly believes in the growth and developmen..."
15. GlaxoSmithKline
3.9 stars
GlaxoSmithKline is a pharmaceuticals company with locations in the Somerville, MA 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..."
16. Hill Holliday
3.9 stars
Hill Holliday is a marketing and advertising company with locations in the Somerville, MA area, that employs 501 to 1000 people. The company has its best ratings for female representation in leadership (4.7 stars) and social activities and environment (4.7 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Hill Holliday:
"All I can say is *applause*. Beginning a job at Hill as a woman is like waking up from a bad dream of female disadvantage. All amazing, accomplished madwomen of the world: APPLY..."
17. Edward Jones
3.8 stars
Edward Jones is a financial services company with locations in the Somerville, MA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for equal opportunities for women and men (4.3 stars) and maternity and adoptive leave (4.2 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Edward Jones:
"I love this company, this is my "forever" career. There are numerous opportunities available when you raise your hand & show interest!"
18. Autodesk
3.8 stars
Autodesk is a computer software company with locations in the Somerville, MA 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."
19. Warby Parker
3.8 stars
Warby Parker is an apparel & fashion company with locations in the Somerville, MA area, that employs 201 to 500 people. The company has its best ratings for management opportunities (4.5 stars) and social activities and environment (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Warby Parker:
"The company is perfect aside if low pay for support personnel "
20. Hasbro
3.8 stars
Hasbro is a consumer goods company with locations in the Somerville, MA 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 (4.2 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Hasbro:
"Great company, great leadership and great values! Best place I've ever worked."
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 2, 2020.