Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Benefits
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Changing People's Lives by Fostering Passionate, Curious Learners
It's not just our mission; it's our passion. As one of the world’s longest-established publishing houses and largest providers of pre-K–12 education solutions, we specialize in dynamic learning content for students, teachers, kids and parents.
Employee Benefit Reviews
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- Health Insurance (34 comments)
“The cheapest plan deductible is $2700. The company contributes $600 to your health saving account.”
- Houghton Mifflin HarcourtMar 18, 2019StarStarStarStarStar
very good benefits, but I did not want to enter the 401K and they automatically entered me anyway, with no way of backing out, but for the most part the benefits were plentiful and generous
- Houghton Mifflin HarcourtFeb 11, 2019StarStarStarStarStar
Decent medical, dental, vision. Not so great on PTO.
- Houghton Mifflin HarcourtJan 31, 2019StarStarStarStarStar
I was part time, so benefits did not apply.
- Houghton Mifflin HarcourtJan 08, 2019StarStarStarStarStar
Pros: 1. 15 vacation days, 15 sick days, 2 employee appreciation days 2. Flexible to work remotely 3. Boston office locates in downtown 4. Free Bluebike Membership Cons: 3% 401k match up to 6% employee contribution, could be a little higher.
- Houghton Mifflin HarcourtDec 11, 2018StarStarStarStarStar
2-3 weeks paid vacation based on job level and years with organization
- Houghton Mifflin HarcourtDec 28, 2018StarStarStarStarStar
Good communication about changes to benefits.
- Houghton Mifflin HarcourtOct 11, 2018StarStarStarStarStar
Good health benefits that include dental and vision. the 401k matching is pretty weak and stock compensation is only for SVP's and above
- Houghton Mifflin HarcourtSep 10, 2018StarStarStarStarStar
All large company benefits; health, dental, vision, 401k, disability are offered. Vacation and personal days are also part of the package.
- Houghton Mifflin HarcourtAug 16, 2018StarStarStarStarStar
3 weeks vacation + 10 personal days
- Houghton Mifflin HarcourtJul 20, 2018StarStarStarStarStar
Fair Health Care benefits, 50% 401k match on first 6% of salary, good PTO time.
Benefits Summary
List based on reports from current and former employees. It may not be complete.
Insurance, Health & Wellness
- CheckmarkHealth Insurance (95)
- CheckmarkDental Insurance (33)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- CheckmarkVision Insurance (33)
- CheckmarkHealth Savings Account (HSA) (33)
- CheckmarkLife Insurance (33)
- CheckmarkSupplemental Life Insurance (31)
- CheckmarkDisability Insurance (29)
- Occupational Accident Insurance
- Health Care On-Site
- CheckmarkMental Health Care (26)
- Retiree Health & Medical
- CheckmarkAccidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (30)
Financial & Retirement
- Pension Plan
- Checkmark401K Plan (93)
- Retirement Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- CheckmarkPerformance Bonus (19)
- Stock Options
- Equity Incentive Plan
- Supplemental Workers' Compensation
- CheckmarkCharitable Gift Matching (29)
Family & Parenting
- CheckmarkMaternity & Paternity Leave (93)
- CheckmarkWork From Home (67)
- Fertility Assistance
- Dependent Care
- Adoption Assistance
- Childcare
- CheckmarkReduced or Flexible Hours (25)
- Military Leave
- CheckmarkFamily Medical Leave (30)
- Unpaid Extended Leave
Vacation & Time Off
- CheckmarkVacation & Paid Time Off (94)
- CheckmarkSick Days (34)
- CheckmarkPaid Holidays (33)
- CheckmarkVolunteer Time Off (34)
- Sabbatical
- Bereavement Leave
Perks & Discounts
- CheckmarkEmployee Discount (79)
- Free Lunch or Snacks
- Employee Assistance Program
- Gym Membership
- Commuter Checks & Assistance
- Pet Friendly Workplace
- Mobile Phone Discount
- Company Car
- CheckmarkCompany Social Events (18)
- Travel Concierge
- Legal Assistance
Professional Support
- Diversity Program
- CheckmarkJob Training (25)
- CheckmarkProfessional Development (31)
- Apprenticeship Program
- Tuition Assistance
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