Don't Believe The Hype - Business Consultant NIKE Employee Review

2.0
6 Mar 2016
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Discounted product, access to great speaking events, state of the art training facilities, beautiful campus. Great projects if you can stay away from speeding trains/buses, and getting thrown underneath them.

Cons

Youth culture - if you're over 30, people try to act like they're 22. Only athletic white males rise to leadership. Very political - difficult personalities and unclear routes of mobility. Cutthroat, and seduces people with the lure of the brand and offer sub-market salaries. Work-life balance varies by team. Management can allow or deny flex-schedules and telecommuting, as they deem appropriate. Healthcare coverage average - even on premier plans, expect A LOT of co-pays and co-insurance. NIKE is self-insured as their employees are "generally" healthier than other companies. Remember, people under 30 generally don't get sick outside of ACL/sports-related injuries. Looks great on the resume but be prepared to have to fight tooth-and-nail to stay relevant. Not for the faint of heart or over 30 crowd.

Explore other reviews about NIKE

5.0
26 Jun 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Work Life Balance Sports Globally Recognized

Cons

Red Tape Downsizing / Offshoring

2.0
21 Jun 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Working at Nike was a great experience overall. The company culture is energetic, inclusive, and team-oriented. Management encourages employees to embody the Nike brand and provides opportunities for growth within retail and corporate roles. Employee discounts are excellent and make it easy to enjoy the products you sell. The work environment is fast-paced, especially during launches and holiday seasons, which keeps the job engaging. I also appreciated working alongside passionate teammates who genuinely cared about customer service and creating a positive shopping experience.

Cons

Retail schedules can be inconsistent and often include nights, weekends, and holidays. During peak periods, the store can become extremely busy, which can be stressful when balancing customer service expectations with operational tasks. Advancement opportunities can vary depending on store location and management structure.

See reviews by: Helpful|Rating|Date|All