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Empowered people

We invest in our people and unite our diverse communities through global collaboration.

Why it matters

When we invest in a culture rich in diversity, equity and inclusion that reflects our shared values, we enable our employees to create a healthier society and planet. 

Our priorities

Developing our global workforce

From skills-based hiring practices to performance and development plans, we foster a diverse culture that supports employees with resources and tools to grow.

Fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace

Our talent acquisition and employee engagement strategies intentionally seek to reflect the diversity of our customers, their patients and the communities in which we work.

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Caring for our employees

We constantly evolve our wellness, compensation, and health and safety offerings to provide fair benefits and programs that support our people’s well-being.

Working with our communities

We invest in our communities to make a lasting difference in health care awareness and access. Our support is activated by employee volunteerism, direct nonprofit funding and global relief campaigns.

2023 highlights

99%+

 pay equity

43.5%

women in mid-level leadership1 roles (global)

22.6%

multicultural talent in mid-level leadership1 roles (U.S./Puerto Rico)

$76M+

contributions for medical research, fellowships, education and charitable organizations globally

1 Mid-level leadership includes managers, principals, senior managers and fellows.

Stories of impact

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Culture

It’s not just Gen Z: All employees need a sense of purpose at work

Wendy Carruthers, Executive Vice President, Human Resources, writes that one thing uniting Boston Scientific employees from all generations is the shared desire for purpose. When people find purpose in their work, they are more innovative, engaged and productive, with an enhanced ability to overcome challenges.

Learn more about how to create meaning at work
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Culture

3 ways leaders can create a culture of innovation

Boston Scientific co-founder John Abele writes that innovation doesn’t happen by accident; it requires a deliberate culture that encourages creativity and collaboration. Having a culture in common unites people in service of a unified goal, provides a common language for clear communication and, crucially, lays the groundwork for the open exchange of ideas that is essential for innovation.

Learn more about innovation from our co-founder