Claire Thrasher
Class of 2026Alamo, California
About
Hello! My name is Claire and my Polygence project is on employee satisfaction in non-profit and profit firms. I chose to work on this project because I am interested in employees views on their jobs and how their work affects daily life.Projects
- Nonprofits and For-profit Firms: Exploring Meaningful Work and Employee Fulfillment with mentor Jared (Jan. 8, 2024)
Claire's Symposium Presentation
Project Portfolio
Nonprofits and For-profit Firms: Exploring Meaningful Work and Employee Fulfillment
Started Apr. 27, 2023
Abstract or project description
This research paper explores the relationship between employee work type (nonprofit or for-profit) and the perception of meaningful work, aiming to identify who feels the most fulfilled. Previous research shows that factors affecting employee satisfaction in nonprofit and for-profit firms have not been clearly identified. I examined differences between for-profit and nonprofit firms using a cross-sectional survey analyzing career satisfaction, environment, stress, pay, situations, and perceived societal impact. While hypotheses anticipate higher meaningful work in nonprofit firms and acknowledge stress's impact, this research challenges prior assumptions about factors influencing meaningful work. The study concludes by emphasizing the need for further exploration through a larger sample size and the critical role of nurturing purpose-driven cultures in all workforces.