Publix Named on Forbes’ Best Employers for New Graduates List

LAKELAND, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Publix has been named to Forbes’ 2023 America’s Best Employers for New Grads list, ranking No. 13 out of 20 companies in the retail and wholesale industries category.

“Publix is committed to creating a diverse workforce,” said Publix Director of Communications Maria Brous. “We’re proud that new graduates want to build a career with Publix. With many great benefits, diverse career paths, company ownership and a focus on core values, we’re a great place to work.”

Publix believes investing in its associates helps create the next generation of leaders. The company offers learning and development opportunities to help new graduates and professionals succeed in their careers and a robust promote-from-within philosophy.

Survey methodology

More than 28,000 young and early career U.S. professionals — employees with less than 10 years of work experience — were asked to rate their employers based on education and career advancement opportunities, image, salary and benefits, workplace and diversity. They were also asked whether they would recommend their employer to others. Participants work for companies that employ at least 1,000 people within the U.S.

To read more about Publix’s ranking and see the full list, visit forbes.com/lists/best-employers-for-new-grads.

Publix, the largest employee-owned company in the U.S. with more than 240,000 associates, currently operates 1,341 stores in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina and Virginia. For 26 consecutive years, the company has been recognized by Fortune as a great place to work. In addition, Publix’s dedication to superior quality and customer service is recognized among the top in the grocery business. For more information, visit the company’s newsroom at corporate.publix.com/newsroom.