Verizon Parental Leave Policy
Media & Entertainment · 117K employees · HQ: NY
Policy Details
Eligibility
12 months minimum tenure required
Full-time only
Additional Benefits
✓ Equal adoption/surrogacy leave
✓ 8 weeks parental + 8 weeks short-term disability for birth parents
State Benefits (New York)
Verizon's headquarters is in New York. New York has a state paid family leave program that may provide additional benefits on top of your employer's policy.
View New York maternity leave benefits → View New York paternity leave benefits →Frequently Asked Questions
Does Verizon offer paid parental leave?
Yes, Verizon offers 16 weeks of paid leave for birth parents at 100% pay, and 8 weeks for non-birth parents at 100% pay. We give Verizon a grade of B+ for their parental leave policy.
How many weeks of maternity leave does Verizon provide?
Birth parents at Verizon receive 16 weeks of paid leave at 100% of their salary. Non-birth parents receive 8 weeks of paid leave.
Who is eligible for Verizon parental leave?
You must have worked at Verizon for at least 12 months to be eligible for parental leave benefits.
Does Verizon offer parental leave for adoption?
Yes, Verizon provides equal parental leave benefits for adoption as for birth parents.
How does Verizon's parental leave compare to other Media & Entertainment companies?
Verizon receives a grade of B+ for their parental leave policy. The average for Media & Entertainment companies in our database is 15.6 weeks for birth parents. Verizon offers 16 weeks.
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