Pros: Great benefits. The pay is ok, but it does not keep up with the cost of living. They try to keep employees working.

Cons: They make promises which are not followed through. They say your pay and promotions are based on performance, but they are not. Intel claims they want employees to speak up, but when you do, you get into trouble with management. They claim to have an open-door policy, but when used, you face retribution from management. Worst of all, they use age discrimination when it comes to training, pay, and promotions. Go to HR, and you are told to keep your mouth shut, or HR will make sure you get no promotion. They use older people for cheaper labor. Intel seems to know how hard it is for older people to find employment and uses this to its advantage.

Pros: Good benefit and overall compensation.

Cons: Big company with big politics

Pros: Intel has more benefits than any other company I’ve worked for. As a technician, we receive: Per 2-week pay period: * 3 hours vacation * 3 hours sick time * 110 holiday hours per year (used the same as vacation time) Generous break schedules and low stress (depending on your work group).

Cons: It is very difficult to stand out and get a pay grade promotion. The average raise is 2 percent a year, and it is almost impossible to get 3 percent. The job itself is somewhat unsatisfying, and the 12-hour days leave no time to enjoy after work. It can be very boring. The cost of living is insane compared to the salary range. An average 1-bedroom in Hillsboro is now $1500, which is likely going to be more than your take-home pay for one paycheck.