Thrive with our collaborative, caring team

Across geographies, our associates are united by our shared vision and values

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Our entrepreneurial spirit

We work together to anticipate, innovate and advise our clients on the next groundbreaking solution. And when we’re not engineering modern businesses through intuition, we’re improving lives by volunteering in our local communities, fostering inclusion through our Affinity Groups and so much more. We don’t just dream of a better way—we make it happen!

Our purpose and values guide us

Our core values form the bedrock of our culture and define how we work together to serve our clients and each other.

Work as one

We think beyond roles, relying on each other's strengths to win as a team.

Raise the bar

We always aim for excellence in how we work and what we deliver.

Dare to innovate

We push boundaries and take chances to reimagine what’s possible.

Do the right thing

We all lead with integrity and always make the ethical choice.

Own it

We own the outcomes for our company, colleagues and community.

Our commitment to associate wellbeing

Designed with flexibility in mind to meet the diverse needs of each associate, our global Be Well program provides the physical, mental and financial support needed to navigate life and work.

We believe holistic wellbeing and a supportive culture are foundational to success, so we encourage our associates and people managers to remain self-aware, make wellbeing a priority and actively engage with the resources and support available to them. Here are a few highlights of our program:

Physical wellbeing

Access to benefits and programs that support their physical health. Depending on local markets, this may include health policies, team physical activity challenges and in-person and virtual classes such as yoga and exercise.

Mental wellbeing

Access to mental health support, including clinical counseling, mindfulness sessions and our Mental Health Allyship Program. These resources are designed to support a culture of mental health and promote psychological safety.

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Financial wellbeing

Resources to enhance financial wellbeing depending on local standards may include retirement plans, discounts programs, banking relationships and education related to estate planning, retirement, education, budgeting and investing.

Life and work

We empower our associates to make time for themselves and the things that matter outside of work–through paid time off, leave, flexible work and more.

Thriving through connection

Our Affinity Groups are associate-led communities built around shared interests, backgrounds and experiences. They are open to all Cognizant associates and they offer a space for members and allies to connect and support one another on their professional journeys. More than 35% of our associates around the world participate in one of our vibrant Affinity Groups!