Employees
Taking care of our employees is part of our Code of Ethics. An engaged, challenged and respected workforce is the foundation of our success.
Highlights
Over 341,000 Employees
Costco operates in over 900 locations around the globe. We strive to ensure that our teams and suppliers reflect the diverse communities in which we operate.
Strong Retention Rate
Costco employees tend to stay longer than average for retail positions, thanks in part to our competitive pay, great benefits and training that help employees build careers at Costco.
Engaged Employees
Over 66,000 Costco employees participate in our education, networking and mentorship program. Thousands also participate in Costco Connects conversations.
Employee Development:
By the Numbers
By the Numbers
Costco employees tend to stay for years and foster our culture. For detailed information, see the People section of our annual Sustainability Report.
55%
Global employees with 5+ years of service.
23.7K
Global employees with 25+ years of service.
66K+
Members who participate in our education, networking and mentorship program.
7K+
Employees who completed the Supervisor in Training (SIT) course in FY25.