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    SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment Reviews

    Updated March 25, 2019
    945 reviews

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    SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment Interim Chief Executive Officer John Reilly
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    Pros

    • "6 free tickets, 12 free half price tickets" (in 93 reviews)

    • "Great people, great benefits, growth oppurtunity" (in 49 reviews)

    Cons

    • "It's extremely hard to get full time unless you're open to switching departments or have some kind of bachelor degree" (in 53 reviews)

    • "Long hours in sometimes challenging environments" (in 45 reviews)

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    1. "It was good"

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      Former Employee - Sales Associate/Cashier
      Former Employee - Sales Associate/Cashier
      Recommends

      I worked at SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment part-time

      Pros

      Great pay , great co workers a very fun place to work at

      Cons

      To be honest there’s no cons .

    2. "Friendly Workplace Atmosphere"

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      Former Employee - Park Operations in Orlando, FL
      Former Employee - Park Operations in Orlando, FL
      Recommends
      Neutral Outlook
      No opinion of CEO

      I worked at SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment part-time (More than a year)

      Pros

      Working for Seaworld was great. You see how they really care about teaching public about marine life. Other employees were very friendly.

      Cons

      Work can get repetitive and you never know when you'll get a rude guest

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    3. "Fantastic Company and Good People"

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      Former Employee - Park Operations Shows in San Diego, CA
      Former Employee - Park Operations Shows in San Diego, CA
      Recommends
      Positive Outlook
      Approves of CEO

      I worked at SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment part-time (Less than a year)

      Pros

      The system they have for clocking in and out is simple and easy to use, the coworkers are nice and helpful, guest interactions are fun, get to see shows if you're working quick queue

      Cons

      Lots of standing and waiting

    4. "Meaningful work"

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      Former Employee - Operations Manager
      Former Employee - Operations Manager

      I worked at SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment full-time (More than 10 years)

      Pros

      Great place to do work where you are helping do good deeds (animal recovery), teaching (appreciation for nature), and helping friends and families enjoy their time together.

      Cons

      Work schedule can be difficult due to events and being busy when everyone else is off.

    5. "ok"

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      Current Employee - Popcorn Seller in San Diego, CA
      Current Employee - Popcorn Seller in San Diego, CA

      I have been working at SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment full-time (More than 3 years)

      Pros

      Trainers and animal care specialists devote their lives to the animals

      Cons

      people who don't understand the good work seaworld does.

    6. "Great Job"

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      Former Employee - Deep Water Lifeguard in Chula Vista, CA
      Former Employee - Deep Water Lifeguard in Chula Vista, CA
      Recommends
      Neutral Outlook
      No opinion of CEO

      I worked at SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment part-time (Less than a year)

      Pros

      Great hours
      A lot of fun people to work with
      High Energy
      Cool Benefits

      Cons

      Does get hot sometimes
      Kids don't listen always
      At the end of the season, it is hard to want to continue working

    7. "Honestly not a bad place to work."

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      Former Employee - Armed Security Officer in San Diego, CA
      Former Employee - Armed Security Officer in San Diego, CA
      Recommends
      Positive Outlook
      Approves of CEO

      I worked at SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment part-time (More than a year)

      Pros

      Friendly coworkers, easy scheduling, and good food at the cafateria

      Cons

      working in security there are some positions where you work outside rain or shine. some nights got pretty cold even though they supplied propane heaters.

    8. "Like my job and coworkers"

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      Current Employee - Accounting
      Current Employee - Accounting
      Recommends
      Positive Outlook
      Approves of CEO

      I have been working at SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment full-time (More than 5 years)

      Pros

      Great coworkers and decent pay. Always above minimum wage, even for the lower paying positions. The company does great things for the environment and wild animals. Also, John Reilly, the interim CEO is amazing and should be permanent.

      Cons

      Job security can be worrisome, especially if you’re full time.

      Advice to Management

      Listen to the employees more than the shareholders. We care about each other and the animals, not just the bottom line.

    9. "Fun Job"

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      Current Employee - Lifeguard
      Current Employee - Lifeguard

      I have been working at SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment full-time

      Pros

      Good job for a high school or college student

      Cons

      Management needs to be more serious when it comes to NCNS

    10. "Great 16 year old job"

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      Current Employee - Ambassador in Tampa, FL
      Current Employee - Ambassador in Tampa, FL
      Recommends
      Positive Outlook
      No opinion of CEO

      I have been working at SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment part-time (Less than a year)

      Pros

      free admission to parks, flexible schedule around school, enjoy the company culture

      Cons

      Not always knowing what's going on