2014 Employer Profile
No.
3, Midsize
MasterCard
http://www.mastercard.us/
Why you want to work there
Top 10 rankings: No. 6 for benefits
Innovation is a key priority for this Purchase, N.Y., financial services company, one of the most well-recognized brand names in the world. Employees are allowed "innovation time" to cultivate new ideas outside their regular work duties, and a two-day "Innovation Express" competition helps generate new product prototypes. Moreover, the company actively encourages employees with shared interests to network across departmental lines. MasterCard's St. Louis technology headquarters features on-site fitness and health centers, as well as recreational areas with Ping-Pong and pool tables. Flexible scheduling and telecommuting options are available to most employees.
Employee Statistics
Total U.S.-based employees: 4,100
Total U.S.-based IT employees: 1,503
IT employee turnover in 2013: 5%
IT promotions in 2013: 12%
Training
Training days offered per IT employee in 2013: 1
Training budget per IT employee in 2013: $989