Oregon Workers Covet Nike, Columbia Sportswear, and Intel for Unbeatable Perks and Career Growth Opportunities

Oregon’s top three employers coveted by workers statewide are Nike, Columbia Sportswear, and Intel, according to a survey highlighting workplace perks and benefits as the top attractions at all three companies.

Flexible work arrangements and comprehensive healthcare are crucial to employee retention, says Raymond Lee, president of Careerminds. This global company has pinpointed top workplaces after interviewing 3,023 employees nationwide.

Well-being, Career Growth, and Financial Security are the Top Draw Cards

He says ‘companies that prioritize well-being, career growth, and financial security’ create the best environment for employees to feel motivated and valued, ‘fostering long-term loyalty’ and creating a workplace where people are genuinely interested in growing their careers.

Nike’s Philosophy is About Work-Play Balance

As Oregon’s top company, Nike’s philosophy is all about a balance between working hard and playing well.

Employees are given generous paid time off, ‘recovery days’ to recharge their batteries, flexible schedules, extra holidays, and sabbaticals for long-timers.

Emphasis on career growth is another work ethos that offers employees ample opportunity to climb the ladder. Nike reimburses employees for tuition fees and mentorship programs.

Financially, Nike is a fiercely competitive workgiver offering 5% to 30% of salaries in bonuses, a 401(k) match, and a 15% stock discount.

Another spotlight on the workforce is wellness – apart from on-site gyms or climbing walls, the company offers comprehensive health coverage and mental health resources.

And the fun stuff is not forgotten. The company offers discounts on Nike and Converse gear, as well as early product drops.

Finally, employees enjoy parental leave and daycare at some of Nike’s larger campuses.

Flexible Time Off, Paid Parental Leave, and Career Development at Columbia Sportswear

Columbia Sportswear comes is in second place statewide, supporting a solid work-life balance with flexible schedules, a flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) policy, volunteer time off, and paid parental leave.

Career development is also a priority with continuing education, mentorship, tuition assistance, student loan support, and internal promotion opportunities.

Financially, employees enjoy a competitive pay scale, a 401(k) match, performance bonuses, and financial wellness programs that include comprehensive health coverage, mental health support, fitness reimbursements, on-site workout facilities, and company-wide health challenges.

Employees also enjoy substantial discounts on Columbia Sportswear products.

Intel Combines Work-Life Balance with Robust Career Development Opportunities

Intel in Hillsboro comes is in third position where a work-life balance is prioritized. Employees are offered sabbaticals of eight weeks every seven years, or four weeks after four years.

There are remote and flexible work options, generous vacation leave, and 12 weeks of parental leave.

Intel has a robust career development program offering continuous training, mentoring, tuition reimbursement, rotational assignments, and family education support.

On the financial side, the company offers a competitive pay scale, performance bonuses, stock awards, a 401(k) with a 100% match on 5%, profit-sharing bonuses, and a discounted stock purchase plan.

Wellness perks include on-site clinics, fitness centers, top-tier healthcare, mental health support, and free snacks or meals at some sites. Unique benefits range from sabbaticals to on-site conveniences like dry cleaning and car washes, family care support, and tech gadgets.