2017 Employer Profile
No.
11, Small
BCU
http://www.bcu.org
Why you want to work there
Top 10 Rankings: No. 8 for benefits
IT workers at this credit union, headquartered in Vernon Hills, Ill., can take advantage of a range of career-development tools, including a formal mentoring program, tuition and certification reimbursement plans, leadership development programs, an internal certification program, and employee resource groups where employees can come together to brainstorm and share information about defined topics. On-site benefits include a game room, massage and manicure services, a hair stylist, a fitness center and flu vaccinations. During the summer, BCU's management team hosts monthly cookouts, where the managers themselves cook and serve the food.
Employee Statistics
Total U.S.-based employees: 509
Total U.S.-based IT employees: 42
IT employee turnover in 2016: 10%
IT promotions in 2016: 5%
Training
Training days offered per IT employee in 2016: No set maximum
Training budget per IT employee in 2016: $2,571
PTO and Healthcare
Days of paid time off after one year of service: 20
Days of paid time off after 10 years of service: 30
Percentage of employee health insurance premium paid by employer: 76%
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