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      A nice place to work with too much internal bureaucracy - Software Engineer CERN Employee Review

      4.0
      Aug 14, 2010
      Software engineer
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      Pros

      - Lots of different cultures working together - Very good work/family balance - Freedom on how to do things - You are contributing to scientific advance and to the world´s knowledge

      Cons

      - Bad or non-existing software development procedures - Too much internal bureaucracy - Bad for career development: You must get a permanent position, and there are very few, with lots of political issues going under the cover. One you get it, you get a lifetime job whatever you do.

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      5.0
      Apr 22, 2026
      Anonymous employee
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      Pros

      The employment process is very smooth and supportive. The technical team interviewed me for technical skills, and the HR is very supportive and helpful. Especially I haven't been employed by CERN previously, so I have a lot of questions. The employment team is very helpful and answered all my questions patiently. Also I like the job and my work very much.

      Cons

      Maybe the primary communication method could be email instead of phone calls? I sometimes miss phone calls, but will check every email.

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      5.0
      Oct 16, 2025
      Anonymous intern
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      Pros

      Interesting work and projects Talented work force Lots of opportunities to learn

      Cons

      Expensive area Should learn French to an intermediate level

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