How many vacation days do Apple employees get?

Apple offers a generous vacation and time-off policy, though the exact number of vacation days varies depending on your role, location, and years of service. Here's a general overview of what to expect:

1. Standard vacation days

Full-time Apple employees in the U.S. typically start with around 15 to 20 days of paid vacation per year. This number can increase with tenure, meaning employees who have been with the company for several years may accrue additional days.

• Entry-level roles: Generally, employees start with 15 vacation days per year.
• Senior roles: More senior roles and employees with longer tenure can accumulate 20 or more vacation days per year.

2. Additional time off (paid time off)

Apple offers other forms of paid time off (PTO) beyond vacation days, including:

• Sick days: Apple employees are typically given separate sick days, which are not deducted from their vacation days. Sick leave policies can vary by location and role.
• Holidays: Apple observes major holidays, and employees typically receive 8 to 12 paid holidays per year, depending on the country.
• Personal days: Employees may also have personal or floating holidays for use at their discretion, typically 2-3 days per year.

3. Vacation accrual

Vacation days at Apple are accrued based on the number of days worked. Employees typically begin accruing vacation time from their first day of employment. The accrual rate increases with tenure, meaning employees accumulate vacation days faster the longer they stay with the company.

4. Unlimited vacation for certain roles

For some senior roles, Apple offers unlimited vacation policies, where employees can take as much time off as they need, as long as their work is completed. However, these policies are usually reserved for higher-level positions or roles that emphasize results over strict time management.

5. Parental leave and family leave

Apple offers generous paid parental leave policies for new parents, in addition to regular vacation days:

• Maternity leave: Up to 16 weeks of paid leave.
• Paternity leave: Up to 6 weeks of paid leave for new fathers or non-birth parents.
• Adoption leave: Similar leave policies apply for adoptive parents.

6. Sabbatical leave

For employees who have been with Apple for an extended period (typically 10 years or more), the company also offers a sabbatical leave program, allowing them to take extended time off to recharge or pursue personal interests.

Conclusion

Apple offers 15 to 20 vacation days for most employees, with the number increasing over time. In addition to vacation days, Apple provides paid sick leave, personal days, and holidays. Senior employees may have access to unlimited vacation, and generous parental leave policies make Apple’s overall time-off package quite comprehensive.