American Airlines is by far the best company I have ever worked for. - Financial Analyst American Airlines Employee Review

5.0
25 Aug 2008
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Great company with many opportunities to advance your career. I graduated from college last year and came on in May. Everyone that I have met and/or work with has been super supportive in helping me learn the business. The industry has such a complex structure and the economics are a little crazy, but it is a great place to learn the ropes in the corporate world. Fortunately, I am working for a great boss who understands the importance of work-life balance. I always feel appreciated for putting in extra time and receive much thanks when going above and beyond.

Cons

Slightly lower than market average pay, however, flight benefits make up for it. Sometimes that corporate culture is a little solid and it's hard to get people to do things differently. A lot of people have worked for the company for decades, so they tend to be stuck in their own way of doing things. Working for a company that provides a service to consumers sometimes gets frustrating because you here a lot of negative comments by customers who usually never understand the big picture. We are certainly not out there to make miserable, so hearing complaints can get rather annoying.

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5.0
20 Jun 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Mgmt is supportive. Co-workers are great. Benefits great.

Cons

Pay could be higher for the hours

4.0
6 Jul 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

People, 401k match, flight benefits

Cons

Low Pay for Tech, flight benefits for standby are now harder to use. Lots of offshoring. Company does not seem to know where to go. Lowest of the totem pole for airlines.

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