WE Culture 

It's a WE Thing

At Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), we are committed to taking on the world’s most pressing scientific problems and answering its most elusive questions. We accept bold challenges every day. To make this kind of scientific impact requires the best teams we can assemble. 

PNNL aspires to be a model organization and a valued partner in the communities where we live and work. From our senior leadership to volunteers throughout our organization, we are dedicated to the PNNL We Culture where we learn, thrive, and grow together as we work toward our mission.

Our Culture 

At PNNL, we strive to embody a WE Culture, a culture where:

  • we all matter.
  • we all see ourselves in the mission.
  • we are valued and recognized for our contributions.
  • we feel heard and appreciated for our whole selves.
  • we are connected by our commitment to mission.

Our Core Traits 

  • Adventurous: We are driven to explore. We like to discover, tackle challenges, and go where others have not gone before.
  • Sociable: We form deep relationships and social networks. Collaboration is a must to succeed here.
  • Wise: We are curious and compelled to seek knowledge. We value information, data, and transparency.

Our Culture in Action 

Every day we: 

  • Live our values of integrity, creativity, collaboration, impact, and courage
  • Use respectful language
  • Assume the best intention from each other
  • Show pride in the Lab and each other
  • Communicate with intention and listen with compassion
  • Receive acknowledgement and recognition for our contributions from every part of the organization

  • Get to know one another beyond our job titles

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Proud Employer of U.S. Veterans

Our participation in Washington state's YesVets program affirms PNNL's commitment to recruiting and hiring United States veterans. Created by House Bill 2040 in 2015, YesVets is a partnership with the Washington Employment Security Department, Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Commerce, State Military Transition Council, Washington State SHRM, and local chambers of commerce across the state.