Pros
Pay was relatively high for the industry - most people start in the low-mid 50s (don't settle for anything less) Stable job - it's not a campaign job so if you want to do research but want some stability, you'll have a job after election cycles Decent benefits
Cons
Oh boy. Accountable.US has amazing policies - on paper. Enacted, not so much. -In theory: AUS has done trainings on giving and receiving feedback. (in reality you have to get used to your boss and team changing several times a year because the management's priorities and campaigns change constantly. - get used to the idea of going through multiple managers a year and periods of not knowing who to report to - and not getting answers when asking about it) -In theory: AUS invested in a robust review process (in reality the process drags on for months and you'll find out last minute you're having your review, getting little time to prepare for it. When you do get your review, substance is dependent on your supervisor. You might get lucky and nab a supervisor who is invested in your growth, and you might have another who cannot provide any examples beyond speaking in generalities about your work. If you ask for specifics on how you can improve, they'll be unable to come up with an example) -In theory: AUS cares about your family and work-life balance (in reality, AUS management has been known to change policies that negatively impact workers and just pretend to empathize with you while not making any changes to help. In 2020 pre-pandemic, Accountable changed work ours to 9:30-6pm no exceptions. An employee had a second job that started at 6 promptly. When the employee asked management if they could leave 15 minutes early to get to the second job three times a week, they refused to show any flexibility and so this employee lost their second job. That doesn't seem family-friendly to me. Even if you ask for vacation time early, depending on the manager it can either be easy, or it can be a mess, leaving you to figure out how your role will be covered a day before leaving despite requesting time off months prior. If your job doesn't fit into their new strategic plan, they'll do what they can to force you out. (And keep in mind they change the plan every few months) Some people have an amazing career at Accountable - it is a good way to get into the industry. But be strategic about it and be prepared to get out. - and keep your receipts.