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Experience a culture that values your well-being as much as your expertise. Carnegie Mellon offers a competitive suite of benefits designed to support you at every stage of your journey. Discover how we support our community beyond the paycheck. Some benefits depend on employee type and location. Ask your recruiter for details.

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Â鶹¹ÙÍø Benefits by the Numbers:

  • 70%: Average amount of your medical premiums paid by Â鶹¹ÙÍø.
  • 8% to 9.78%: Automatic retirement contribution.
  • 100%: Tuition remission for staff or faculty taking Â鶹¹ÙÍø courses.
  • 30+: Paid days off (including holidays) for eligible staff.

Health and Welfare Options

Â鶹¹ÙÍø invests in your well-being by covering 70% of your insurance premiums.

Retirement Savings

Â鶹¹ÙÍø helps you build your future with our retirement savings plans.

  • Automatic Contributions for Eligible Employees: Â鶹¹ÙÍø contributes 8% of your salary to a 403(b) plan. Faculty on a nine-month academic appointment get 9.78% of your salary to ensure full annual coverage. (A 401(k) plan is provided for non-resident aliens.)
  • Flexible Savings: Supplement your savings with your own pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) contributions.
  • Immediate Options: You can start your own supplemental contributions on day one.

Time Off

We offer generous paid time off so you can recharge, stay healthy and care for your family.

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Well-Being and Flexibility

We support the "whole you" with resources to balance your professional and personal life.

  • Work Flexibility: We offer flexible work arrangements as appropriate to your specific role and team needs.

  • Inclusive Support & Accommodations: Our Disability Services team provides a dedicated interactive process for workplace accommodations to ensure all employees can thrive in their roles.

  • Mental Health & Mindfulness: Access a free subscription to Headspace, participate in a wellness program or de-stress with our unique Scottie Sound Baths which are offered at convenient times throughout the workweek.
  • : Stay active with on-site fitness facilities and free group exercise classes.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential, 24/7 support and counseling resources for you and your household members.
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Family and Caregiver Support

Â鶹¹ÙÍø provides a robust suite of services to help you manage caregiving at every stage of life.

Tuition Assistance

We are a community of lifelong learners. Â鶹¹ÙÍø invests in your education, and your family's, through our tuition assistance programs. Use these benefits to enhance your skills, pursue a new degree, or stay ahead in your field at no or low cost.

  • Your Education at Â鶹¹ÙÍø: Eligible employees receive 100% tuition remission for up to two courses (or four mini courses) per term at Carnegie Mellon (any subject).
  • Other Institutions: Receive 50% tuition assistance for career-related courses taken at any other accredited institution.
  • Dependent Tuition: We help cover the cost of your children's undergraduate education or approved trade school, with various levels of assistance available for Â鶹¹ÙÍø or other universities.

Career Growth and Development

Â鶹¹ÙÍø provides a rich ecosystem of resources to help you sharpen your skills and step into leadership.

  • Flexible Learning Paths: Access professional development through instructor-led workshops, virtual sessions, and a massive library of on-demand programs.
  • Leadership & Cohorts: Advance your career through specialized leadership training and exclusive cohort programs like Â鶹¹ÙÍøLead, designed to build networks and institutional expertise.
  • Mentoring Opportunities: Connect with experienced colleagues through our Â鶹¹ÙÍø Mentorship Program or use Workday Mentoring for self-directed, skill-based guidance.
  • Skills Development: Use emerging tools to highlight your expertise, track your progress and get matched with internal "flex team" opportunities.

Awards and Recognition

We celebrate the dedication and impact of our staff. Â鶹¹ÙÍø provides several ways to recognize excellence, from peer-to-peer shout-outs to prestigious university-wide honors.

  • The Andy Awards: Our premier staff recognition program celebrates individuals and teams who go above and beyond in categories like dedication, innovation and culture.
  • Celebration of Education: This annual event honors the exceptional faculty and staff whose innovative teaching, dedicated mentorship and commitment to student success define the Â鶹¹ÙÍø's world-class culture of learning.
  • Â鶹¹ÙÍø=You: Stay connected and show appreciation through our social recognition platform, where colleagues can send digital "shout-outs" and recognize each other's daily contributions.
  • Departmental Awards: Many units across the university host their own specialized award programs tailored to the unique achievements of their specific teams.
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Community and Connection

Â鶹¹ÙÍø is a vibrant, inclusive community where your voice matters and your contributions extend to the greater Pittsburgh region.

  • Campus Groups: Find belonging through several employee resource groups and the Carnegie Mellon Women's Association, all of which host networking, professional development and community outreach events.
  • Dialogue and Intellectual Exchange: Engage in lecture series such as Deeper Conversations, a university-wide initiative that uses civil discourse to tackle complex societal issues from democracy to global conflict.
  • Shared Governance: Shape our culture through Staff Council, where volunteers advocate for staff interests and organize flagship events like the Kennywood Picnic and Take Our Children to Work Day. Faculty members can join Faculty Senate, where elected representatives ensure faculty voices are heard in university decision-making.
  • Inclusive Celebrations: Join us for major community milestones, including our annual Juneteenth and Pride festivities, and the Democracy Day initiative.
  • Impact and Giving: Support our neighbors through Â鶹¹ÙÍø's annual United Way Campaign, Community Food Drive, and volunteer opportunities supporting nonprofits. Through Â鶹¹ÙÍø's Volunteer Time Off program, eligible staff members can use up to 15 hours per year of paid volunteer time to support community organizations.
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Perks and Discounts

Â鶹¹ÙÍø provides exclusive access and deep discounts that can lower your daily costs and enrich your life outside of work.

  • Commuter Benefits: Enjoy free rides on all Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) buses, inclines and light rail. We also offer discounts on car rentals and new vehicle purchases.
  • Everyday Savings: Save on your monthly bills with wireless plan discounts from major carriers and special pricing on retail goods. Plus, access the Â鶹¹ÙÍø=You Smart Spending platform for cash back and instant discounts at hundreds of retailers.
  • Arts, Culture and Fun: Access discounted tickets for world-class Â鶹¹ÙÍø performances, Pittsburgh cultural events, and popular amusement parks.
  • Housing and Real Estate: Take advantage of real estate programs designed to assist employees with home buying and relocation resources.
  • Campus Resources: Enjoy full access to Â鶹¹ÙÍø Libraries, including extensive digital archives, research tools and physical collections.