What is the dress code at Intuitive Surgical?

The dress code for Intuitive Surgical positions ranges from business professional to business casual for office positions and casual for operations positions.

Business professional dress options for women include:

• Black skirts or pantsuits. Other neutral colors like dark gray, navy, or brown also okay as long as the top and bottom are matching

• Skirts should be slightly below the knee

• Pressed, collared button-down shirts

• Nude or dark-colored pantyhose

• Closed-toed heels or dress shoes with no more than 2.5-inch heels

• Minimal/conservative makeup

Business professional dress options for men include:

• Full suit with matching jacket and pants with a solid black belt

• Pressed, collared shirt with a plain (solid, stripe, or simple pattern) tie

• Dark leather dress shoes with dress socks

• The bottom of the tie should just barely cover the belt buckle

Business casual can be confusing as there isn't really a clear standard definition. When in doubt, it is better to err on the side of caution.

Business casual dress options for women include:

• Khaki, corduroy, twill, or cotton pants and conservative (knee-length) skirts

• Sweaters or twinsets

• Cardigans

• Polo or knit shirts

• Professional dresses (sheath silhouettes)

It is best to stick to solid colors and patterns that are not too busy or bold.

Business casual dress options for men include:

• Dress pants, slacks, or khaki pants that are neatly pressed

• Cotton long-sleeve, button-down shirts that are neatly pressed

• Sweaters

• Leather shoes in black or brown

• Leather belt

• Ties (stick with solid colors and subdued patterns)

In some cases (e.g., casual Friday), a more relaxed and casual dress code may be allowed, including jeans; however, even on a casual day, the following should always be avoided:

• Dirty or wrinkled clothing

• Distressed jeans (frayed, tears, or holes)

• Tight or revealing clothing

• Tee shirts (especially with graphics or language)

• Anything see through

• Yoga pants or leggings

• Crop or strapless tops

• Shorts

• Sweatpants or sweatshirts

• Sports paraphernalia (including jerseys)

• Any clothing with undergarments that are visible

• Flip-flops or tennis shoes

For manufacturing and operations positions, the dress code includes:

• Lab coats

• Long pants or skirts that fully cover the legs

• Safety glasses

• Safety gloves

• Full scrubs and PPE

• Hair tied back and secured

• No loose clothing or jewelry

• Closed-toed, non-slip shoes