The 20 Best Places to Work in South Suffolk, VA As Rated by the Women Who Work There (April 2020)
Our list of the most female-friendly employers in South Suffolk, VA 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 9, 2020. Rate your company ›
The 20 best places to work in South Suffolk, VA
1. USAA
3.7 stars
USAA is a financial services company with locations in the South Suffolk, VA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (4.4 stars) and wellness initiatives (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for USAA:
"Could not find a better company to work for"
2. Navy Federal Credit Union
3.7 stars
Navy Federal Credit Union is a financial services company with locations in the South Suffolk, VA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for wellness initiatives (4.4 stars) and female representation in leadership (4.4 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Navy Federal Credit Union:
"I have never loved a company more"
3. Genentech
3.7 stars
Genentech is a biotechnology company with locations in the South Suffolk, VA 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:
"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. "
4. Procter and Gamble
3.6 stars
Procter and Gamble is a consumer goods company with locations in the South Suffolk, VA 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 Procter and Gamble:
"In the Finance & Accounting function at P&G, the majority of senior leadership is male, which is no surprised based on the fact that F&A was typically a male dominated field."
5. Cengage Learning
3.6 stars
Cengage Learning is an e-learning company with locations in the South Suffolk, VA 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:
"While Cengage does need to include more women in the c-suite, it's mid level management and even individual contributor female ratios are excellent. I am a member of a very stro..."
6. Mosaic Sales Solutions
3.6 stars
Mosaic Sales Solutions is a marketing and advertising company with locations in the South Suffolk, VA 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).
7. People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA)
3.6 stars
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) is a non-profit organization management company with locations in the South Suffolk, VA area, that employs 201 to 500 people. The company has its best ratings for female representation in leadership (4.8 stars) and management opportunities (4.3 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA):
"PETA's workforce is about 80 percent female, and the president and many VPs are female. It's definitely a great place if you're looking for a female-centric workplace where you ..."
8. The Princeton Review
3.6 stars
The Princeton Review is an education management company with locations in the South Suffolk, VA 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:
"The Princeton Review is a progressive company with women in executive positions comparable to that of their male counterparts. The overall outlook of the management team is pro..."
9. Dell Technologies
3.6 stars
Dell Technologies is an information technology and services company with locations in the South Suffolk, VA area, that employs 10000+ people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.2 stars) and ability to telecommute (4.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Dell Technologies:
"This is a tech company, but I see women very well represented in senior roles in engineering, manufacturing, and management. There could be more women at the very top levels (ex..."
10. Humana
3.5 stars
Humana is an insurance company with locations in the South Suffolk, VA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for wellness initiatives (4.1 stars) and paid time off (4.1 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Humana:
"I worked at Humana for 12 years and I had great experiences there. There are plenty of learning opportunities. They are a little behind in full time WAH opportunities but they a..."
11. Vera Bradley
3.5 stars
Vera Bradley is an apparel & fashion company with locations in the South Suffolk, VA 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:
"This is hands down the best company I have ever worked for."
12. Unilever
3.5 stars
Unilever is a consumer goods company with locations in the South Suffolk, VA 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 (3.9 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Unilever:
"The best experience of my life so far! A company that cares about the employe and pleasant environment!"
13. ADP
3.5 stars
ADP is a human resources company with locations in the South Suffolk, VA area, that employs 10000+ people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.0 stars) and management opportunities (4.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for ADP:
"ADP is a great place to learn, lead and excel."
14. CH2M
3.5 stars
CH2M is a civil engineering company with locations in the South Suffolk, VA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for flexible work hours (4.0 stars) and the people you work with (4.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for CH2M:
"CH2M is focused on a diverse workplace. Opportunities have opened up for me that I wouldn't have expected in such a male dominated field."
15. Brunswick Corporation
3.5 stars
Brunswick Corporation is a consumer goods company with locations in the South Suffolk, VA area, that employs 10000+ people. The company has its best ratings for the people you work with (4.0 stars) and employer responsiveness (3.9 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Brunswick Corporation:
"I have been working at Brunswick for over 2+ years. I highly recommend Brunswick as a place to work. The leadership team is encouraging, supportive and values their employees. I..."
16. Booz Allen Hamilton
3.4 stars
Booz Allen Hamilton is a management consulting company with locations in the South Suffolk, VA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for maternity and adoptive leave (3.8 stars) and the people you work with (3.8 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Booz Allen Hamilton:
"Ultimately it depends on the kind of work you do. But all in all this primarily white male leadership team recognizes it's need for balance. The best part is the ability to Tele..."
17. Aetna
3.4 stars
Aetna is an insurance company with locations in the South Suffolk, VA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for wellness initiatives (4.0 stars) and paid time off (4.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Aetna:
"It’s a great place to work. A lot of development and internal mobility available. I wish the family leave policies were better. Only 40 days (8 weeks) off for maternity leave, w..."
18. A Place for Mom
3.4 stars
A Place for Mom is a hospital & health care company with locations in the South Suffolk, VA area, that employs 501 to 1000 people. The company has its best ratings for ability to telecommute (4.9 stars) and the people you work with (4.2 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for A Place for Mom:
"Change in owners....bad leads and marketing."
19. Mercer
3.4 stars
Mercer is a human resources company with locations in the South Suffolk, VA area, that employs 10000+ people. The company has its best ratings for paid time off (4.2 stars) and equal opportunities for women and men (4.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for Mercer:
"Smart people, interesting work and lot's of opportunity"
20. REI
3.4 stars
REI is a retail company with locations in the South Suffolk, VA area, that employs 5001 to 10000 people. The company has its best ratings for equal opportunities for women and men (4.0 stars) and the people you work with (4.0 stars).
Here’s what one woman writes about working for REI:
"You see many women and men in management roles and we have a lot of females in executive leadership positions. I've never experienced sexual harassment and have never felt I wou..."
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 9, 2020.