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14 Companies Where You’re Guaranteed to Have Fun at Work

Updated 7/24/2023
Intuit employees playing basketball at the company's Mountain View, CA, campus.
An inside look at Intuit’s campus in Mountain View, CA, as seen on The Muse.
These fun-loving companies know how to mix work and play. And they’re hiring now!

We spend so much of our lives at work—about 90,000 hours, to be more precise, according to data from the book Happiness at Work. That’s a long time, especially if you are employed somewhere that requires you to always be “on.” 

Fortunately, there are companies out there that cultivate a sense of joy and fun at work, starting with the ones on this list. Some offer on-campus amenities like outdoor walking trails and basketball courts; others host regular team bonding activities, from happy hours to company-wide trips. Many employers here also provide free lunch, snacks, and drinks at the office. 

Keep reading to learn more about these fun-loving companies—and be ready to apply!

At Tandym Group, we are a community. Our purpose starts with our people, and our differences make us whole. Having fun at Tandym Group is about celebrating each other and the goals we achieve together. From virtual and in-person DEIB and volunteer events to our annual baseball game outing, field day, and holiday celebration—we’re more than just a place to work.

Rakuten International

Rakuten International company profile
Rakuten International cultureWorking at Rakuten International

Rakuten International oversees seven businesses with over 4,000 employees globally. The brand is recognized for its leadership and innovation in e-commerce, digital content, advertising, entertainment and communications, bringing the joy of discovery and access to more than 1 billion members across the world.

Chewy

Chewy company profile
Chewy cultureWorking at Chewy

At Chewy, you’ll always be empowered to develop meaningful connections with a diverse group of Chewtopians (our team members) through various company events, programs, and activities that are happening year round. We also offer countless volunteer opportunities, recreational club teams, happy hours and team events that enable you to bond, celebrate, and have some fun with your fellow Chewtopians. Plus, our dog-friendly offices enable you to bring your best friend to work with you.

What makes Pax8 a fun place to work is that you are trusted to do whatever it is that you do. Dress code doesn’t matter—if you feel more productive in jeans or prefer heels over flats, you do you. As a close-knit office, we like to have fun and get to know each other, so we are always brainstorming new ways to mingle and connect with our fellow Paxers, from happy hours to adhoc events such as comedy shows or golf range sessions.

Bombas

Bombas company profile
Bombas cultureWorking at Bombas

Bombas is a comfort-focused apparel brand with a mission to help those in need. For every item purchased, a specially designed item is donated to a member of the homeless community. The company launched in 2013 after the founders learned that socks are the most requested clothing item at homeless shelters. With millions of pairs sold and donated, Bombas continues to innovate with new apparel while creating a positive impact. Inquisitive people who love to learn, understand the importance of giving, and embrace successes and failures are sure to find a place within the Bombas Hive. Bombas fosters a people-first approach—every decision is influenced by employees to ensure their personal and professional growth, fulfillment, and happiness.

Palo Alto Networks

Palo Alto Networks company profile
Palo Alto Networks cultureWorking at Palo Alto Networks

At Palo Alto Networks, employees are winning the battle against cybersecurity threats. The organization drives an innovative vision of prevention different from anywhere else—forcing the industry, and the world, to change the way it thinks about protection. With a culture that embraces authenticity, collaboration, and ground-breaking innovation, the team at Palo Alto Networks is unlike any other in the world as it protects the digital way of life.

Chick-fil-A, Inc.

Chick-fil-A, Inc. company profile
Chick-fil-A, Inc. cultureWorking at Chick-fil-A, Inc.

At Chick-fil-A, Inc., we have games and activities throughout our campus, reminding employees to take a step back from work and enjoy the little moments. Our campus offers an on-site gym with group workout classes, basketball and racquetball courts, and outdoor walking trails—all of which are available to both staff and their families. We also provide lunch Monday through Friday, as well as many snack and drink options.

Each year, Chick-fil-A hosts “Staff Summit,” an off-site gathering designed to strengthen our connections with one another. Departments are also encouraged to plan regular “fun days” throughout the year, and many participate in exciting team bonding activities like zip-lining and even indoor skydiving.

True fun isn’t just about activities, perks, or games, though. It’s something that comes naturally when you feel connected to and supported by the people you work with. Our teams are infused with care, connection, and camaraderie, and that makes it easy to bring joy and a sense of playfulness to what we do.

CCC Intelligent Solutions

CCC Intelligent Solutions company profile
CCC Intelligent Solutions cultureWorking at CCC Intelligent Solutions

Part of what makes working at CCC so great are the camaraderie, community, and celebrations we have with one another. Whether it’s connecting through an employee resource group, participating in a volunteer event, or socializing during a happy hour, CCC employees and leaders are always searching for opportunities to bring people together to grow, bond, and simply have fun.

Momnt stands out for keeping its employees fed with lunch on days they go into the office (usually three times a week). The company also provides a wellness reimbursement plan. One employee says, “It’s nice things like these that make the company truly stand out in the office!”

Kohl's

Kohl's company profile
Kohl's cultureWorking at Kohl's

Our purpose at Kohl's is to take care of families' realest moments. Kohl’s is a leading omnichannel retailer with 1,175 stores in 49 states. Kohl's business is built on a solid foundation of more than 60 million customers, a balanced brand portfolio, industry-leading loyalty and Kohl's Card programs, a convenient and accessible nationwide store footprint, and large digital business on Kohls.com and the Kohl's mobile app. To learn more about Kohl’s strategy, visit our Investor Relations page.

Intuit

Intuit company profile
Intuit cultureWorking at Intuit

Intuit’s global offices include a variety of amenities employees can enjoy at work. The company’s global headquarters features a cafeteria, 24-hour fitness center, and basketball court. It is also located next to a 700-acre nature reserve and known bird sanctuary with a saltwater lake, go​lf course, and bayside hiking and biking trails. Other locations feature similar amenities, like basketball, volleyball, and tennis courts, fitness centers, game rooms, and nearby biking and hiking trails.

Tend is a full-service dental provider reimagining dentistry from the ground up in incredible places like NYC, DC, Boston, Atlanta, and Nashville. Tend does dental differently for patients and providers alike. For our employees, this means a fun team dynamic, a supportive culture, in-office snacks and drinks, free meals, off-site happy hours, birthday and holiday celebrations, and entertaining virtual events.

Here at The Muse, we partner with a lot of great companies to bring you insider looks at their offices and awesome job listings. These employers pay us to be featured on the site, but these Muse-worthy brands made this list not just because they want to be included, but because their culture, policies, and employee feedback showed us that they deserve to be.

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