If you have no other option then take the bonuses and run - Equipment Operator TSMC Employee Review

1.0
Jul 17, 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Maybe higher pay if they feel like giving it to you Bonuses (can and on many occasions will be taken away)

Cons

Long working hours Horrible work culture Toxic work environment No American Upper management Constant micro management Untrusting of Americans Menial job roles (Eg: you're a technician well now you sweep the fab floor and pick up trash) No upward mobility unless you are Taiwanese HR are in general liars and you must get everything written because they will back out on bonuses, job benefits and anything else they can get away with

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5.0
Apr 27, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Stability despite layoffs across the semiconductor industry

Cons

Lower compensation than competitors. The fab in Washington works on less exciting science than the one in Arizona

4.0
Jul 1, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Interesting projects and great internship experience

Cons

Niche industry, but EE work is broad

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