Employment
Emory provides an uncommonly rewarding work environment. People are drawn to work here to enrich, change and save lives. They are attracted by the opportunity to participate in the community life of a top-ranked university.
As a center of higher learning, the University is a progressive employer, with particular focus on diversity, training and work-life balance. Emory is the largest private employer in the metro area, with more than 23,000 people on the payroll as of Sept. 1, 2008.
The university has the competitive benefits applicants might expect from a large employer, and adds in Emory "extras":
- a choice of health plans, plus special access to Emory doctors
- a range of retirement plan choices, plus a generous match based on tenure
- courtesy scholarships (utilized by 644 employees and their dependents, a benefit worth $13.2 million, in fiscal year 2008)
- continuing education discounts
- a choice of athletic facilities
- discounted and free admission to campus cultural events
- unique volunteer opportunities
Emory students may seek internships and part-time jobs on campus with various departments and research projects. Most students participate in an internship or research experience during their time here.
