Bath & Body Works Inc: A Next Gen Workplace
About Bath & Body Works Inc
COMPANY SIZE:
Publicly Traded Large Enterprise (1000+ employees)
INDUSTRY:
Retail
Bath & Body Works is an international company that sells personal care and beauty products in more than 1,700 North American stores and has nearly 300 stores in countries around the globe operating under franchise, license and wholesale arrangements. They make the world a brighter, happier place through the power of fragrance.
Visit Bath & Body Works Inc's Career page here.
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Why Bath & Body Works Inc Is a Next Gen Workplace
Bath & Body Works is investing in the next generation of talent. Their internships, co-ops, training programs and early career opportunities provide the opportunity for a comprehensive view of the various functional areas within specialty retail. Associates will have the opportunity to work alongside and learn from BBW associates who will provide training, development and engagement of each function and the Brand. BBW looks for high-potential early career talent to learn and support their business strategies through curiosity, a passion for retail and a can-do attitude. Associates are given opportunities to develop relationships with each other through participation in the company's Inclusion Resource Groups and mentorship programs, and to meet with key leaders within the BBW brand through functional and brand learning, professional development workshops, social and networking events, and community service involvement. Bath & Body Works offers a host of benefits that are important to Gen Z, including a generous 401k match, affordable health care plans, access to low cost wellness care, merchandise discounts and samples, bereavement leave for miscarriages, and mental health support.
The Makings of a Next Gen Workplace
What is a Next Gen workplace? The Top 100 Next Gen Workplaces are comprised of organizations that are building standout workplaces for the next generation of talent, informed by extensive data collected by RippleMatch on what Generation Z values in a workplace. These companies are investing in the programs, benefits, and cultures that enable their people to thrive personally and professionally. Each company featured as a Next Gen Workplace filled out a detailed application about their organizations and were among the top scoring applicants.
Key Attributes of Next Gen Workplaces
Learning & Development
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Next Gen Workplaces are committed to nurturing and growing the careers of their employees, and that includes entry-level talent. Many of the companies featured in this list offer robust internship programs, structured mentorship opportunities, internal training, executive speaker series, and clear paths for upward mobility.
Company Culture & Well-being
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Companies selected as Next Gen Workplaces are investing in cultures that are inclusive and supportive of all employees. These organizations often offer standout benefits that empower employees to bring their full selves to work such as mental health and flexible work options, in addition to fostering strong communities internally.
Financial Security & Benefits
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Companies that qualify as Next Gen Workplaces understand the importance of financial security and competitive compensation. The organizations that made it into The Next Gen 100 offer standout financial benefits, including examples such as 401(k) plans, employer-subsidized healthcare plans, financial planning, bonuses, and more.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
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Next Gen Workplaces are committed to moving the needle on D&I and are taking actionable steps to increase representation. The companies included are making long-term investments in D&I such as diversity-focused partnerships, building relationships with HBCUs & HSIs, leveraging technology, providing resources for ERGs, and having dedicated D&I team members.
Congratulations to the companies that made it onto the Top 100 list of Next Gen Workplaces!
See which organizations made the entire Next Gen 100 list below.