How do employees rate Alcon?

Employees rate Alcon 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 2,862 anonymous reviews on Glassdoor.

How can I get a job at Alcon?

To get a job at Alcon, browse currently open positions and apply for a job near you. Once you get a positive response, make sure to find out about the interview process at Alcon and prepare for tough questions.

Do people recommend working at Alcon?

Overall, 68% of employees would recommend working at Alcon to a friend. This is based on 2,862 anonymously submitted reviews on Glassdoor.

How do job seekers rate their interview experience at Alcon?

66% of job seekers rate their interview experience at Alcon as positive. Candidates give an average difficulty score of 2.8 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) for their job interview at Alcon.

How do employees rate the business outlook for Alcon?

64% of employees think that Alcon has a positive business outlook . This is based on anonymous employee reviews submitted on Glassdoor.

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3.7

based on 2,521 ratings

68% would recommend to a friend

David J Endicott

77% approve of CEO

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Mission We aspire to lead the world in innovating life-changing vision products because when people see brilliantly, they live brilliantly.

Description Alcon helps people see brilliantly. As the global leader in eye care with a heritage spanning over 75 years, we offer the broadest portfolio of products to enhance sight and improve people’s lives. Our Surgical and Vision Care products touch the lives of more than 260 million people in over 140 countries each year living with conditions like cataracts, glaucoma, retinal diseases and refractive errors. Our more than 25,000 associates are enhancing the quality of life through innovative products, partnerships with Eye Care Professionals and programs that advance access to quality eye care. Learn more at www.alcon.com.

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Alcon is the global leader in eye care, dedicated to helping people see brilliantly. With an over 75-year heritage, we are the largest eye care company in the world, with complementary businesses in Surgical and Vision Care. Being a truly global company, we work in 60 countries and serve patients in more than 140 countries. We have a long history of industry firsts, and each year we commit a substantial amount in research and development to meet customer needs and patient demands.

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At Alcon, we honor our LGBTQIA+ associates, customers, and communities by fostering connection, inclusion, and empathy. This month and every month, we’re committed to seeing each other brilliantly. Our 2025 theme, #AuthenticallyYou, celebrates the power of authenticity in building trust, innovation, and stronger teams. Our OPEN ERG (Employee Resource Group) helps lead these efforts and more. To learn about how you can help others see brilliantly with us, visit alcon.com/careers...Show more

At Alcon, we honor our LGBTQIA+ associates, customers, and communities by fostering connection, inclusion, and empathy. This month and every month, we’re committed to seeing each other brilliantly. Our 2025 theme, #AuthenticallyYou, celebrates the power of authenticity in building trust, innovation, and stronger teams. Our OPEN ERG (Employee Resource Group) helps lead these efforts and more. To learn about how you can help others see brilliantly with us, visit alcon.com/careers

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We are thrilled to share that Alcon APAC has been certified as 2025 Great Place to Work in nine countries — Taiwan, India, Singapore, Thailand, Australia, New Zealand, Korea, Indonesia, and Philippines! At Alcon, we are committed to providing an environment that engages, inspires and empowers our associates. Want to join us and help people #SeeBrilliantly? Visit Alcon.com/careers to view open roles! #AlconAPAC #GPTW...Show more

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Alcon Certified as a Great Place to Work in APAC

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This Women’s History Month, we are honored to announce that Alcon has been recognized by Forbes as one of the 2024 World’s Top Companies for Women, ranking among the top 150 globally and #3 in the Health Care Equipment & Services category. This recognition is a testament to our values as a company that champions a sense of belonging, empowerment and equality among our associates worldwide. We are proud of the incredible contributions of women across our organization and remain dedicated to fostering an environment where our associates can make a brilliant impact. Visit Alcon.com/careers to explore career opportunities at Alcon. #WorldsTopCompaniesForWomen #Forbes #Alcon...Show more

This Women’s History Month, we are honored to announce that Alcon has been recognized by Forbes as one of the 2024 World’s Top Companies for Women, ranking among the top 150 globally and #3 in the Health Care Equipment & Services category. This recognition is a testament to our values as a company that champions a sense of belonging, empowerment and equality among our associates worldwide. We are proud of the incredible contributions of women across our organization and remain dedicated to fostering an environment where our associates can make a brilliant impact. Visit Alcon.com/careers to explore career opportunities at Alcon. #WorldsTopCompaniesForWomen #Forbes #Alcon

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Hear some brilliant insights from a few of our previous externs about Alcon's upcoming 2025 R&D Innovate Boldly Externship program! Our 4-day externship development event gives 30 rising sophomores the opportunity to learn about professional development, the R&D function, and co-op/internship opportunities. Come unleash your full potential and see your future like never before. Apply today: https://lnkd.in/d_A2De7h *The purpose of this externship is to provide a developmental experience for the benefit of those who are selected. Participants will not perform services for Alcon. Please note that interviews may not result in internship offers....Show more

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Innovate Boldly Externship Program

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Alcon is a Great Place to Work in the U.S., and we're looking for passionate sales professionals to join our team. At Alcon, we believe that our associates are our greatest asset, and we are committed to providing a supportive and collaborative work environment. Our purpose is to help people #SeeBrilliantly, and we need dedicated individuals like you to help us achieve this goal. Apply today and be part of an organization that values your contributions and supports your growth: alcon.com/careers...Show more

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Alcon awards & accolades

Fair360 Top 50, Fair360, 2024
Great Place to Work - USA, Great Place to Work, 2024
Mejores Lugares para Trabajar LGBTQ+ 2024, Human Rights Campaign, 2024
Great Place to Work - India, Great Place to Work, 2024
Great Place to Work - Singapore, Great Place to Work, 2024

Pledges & certifications

Tech hiring commitment
Helping to train, hire and promote more technology workers
Social responsibility pledge
Formal programs or foundation to give back to communities
Pledge to thrive
Taking steps to prioritize employee well-being
First job programs
Maintain entry-level hiring and career development programs to give people career starts

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Jobs at Alcon

Regional Account Manager -- EAST

Pharmaceutical Medical Science Liaison - Dry Eye

Nationwide Pharmaceutical Sales Associate

Manufacturing Associate

Employee reviews at Alcon

Alcon has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 2,521 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Alcon employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology industry (3.5 stars).

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3.8

Diversity & inclusion

3.8

Compensation and benefits

3.6

Culture & values

3.6

Work/Life balance

3.3

Career opportunities

3.2

Senior management

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