Google Parental Leave Policy
Technology · 180K employees · HQ: CA
Policy Details
Eligibility
12 months minimum tenure required
Full-time only
Additional Benefits
✓ Equal adoption/surrogacy leave
✓ Gradual return-to-work program
✓ 24 weeks for birth parents is among the highest in tech
✓ Non-birth parents get 18 weeks fully paid
State Benefits (California)
Google's headquarters is in California. California has a state paid family leave program that may provide additional benefits on top of your employer's policy.
View California maternity leave benefits → View California paternity leave benefits →Frequently Asked Questions
Does Google offer paid parental leave?
Yes, Google offers 24 weeks of paid leave for birth parents at 100% pay, and 18 weeks for non-birth parents at 100% pay. We give Google a grade of A+ for their parental leave policy.
How many weeks of maternity leave does Google provide?
Birth parents at Google receive 24 weeks of paid leave at 100% of their salary. Non-birth parents receive 18 weeks of paid leave.
Who is eligible for Google parental leave?
You must have worked at Google for at least 12 months to be eligible for parental leave benefits.
Does Google offer parental leave for adoption?
Yes, Google provides equal parental leave benefits for adoption as for birth parents.
How does Google's parental leave compare to other Technology companies?
Google receives a grade of A+ for their parental leave policy. The average for Technology companies in our database is 15.6 weeks for birth parents. Google offers 24 weeks.
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