R&D was interesting - Software Developer 3M Employee Review

4.0
Nov 7, 2011
Recommend
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Pros

The R&D software group was different from anywhere else I've worked. They move fast, but give you a chance to learn and grow as you need two. Most importantly, mistakes are very much tolerated, and are viewed as a chance to grow and experiment until you get it right.

Cons

The facilities are old and shabby. Very much seems like old lab buildings, which makes sense given the company. Also, the cafeteria is downright awful.

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5.0
May 15, 2026
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Pros

Good pay and coworkers were friendly

Cons

Rotating shifts were not for me

1.0
Jun 17, 2026
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Pros

Good pay, benefits, and time off

Cons

The IT org is constantly going through layoffs. The work is going to managed service providers in India. The whole process is clown shoes. They are letting people go that have been here for 20+ years that have so much knowledge and expect to transfer it over to workers who are extremely siloed, who might not even be around in 6 months(the retention rate for this particular MSP is abysmal). These workers are not even dedicated to 3M, they have many other projects. I’m concerned for 3M’s IT future. Walking over dollars to pick up pennies

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