Congratulations! You received a job or internship offer (or maybe even multiple offers) – now what? Before accepting or declining the offer immediately, make sure you take the time to:

  • Research salaries of comparable positions and the cost of living in the location of the position
  • Consider factors such as growth opportunities, company culture, and connection to your future aspirations
  • Evaluate other benefits (for full-time positions) such as healthcare, time off, retirement plans, or other perks that may be part of the offer
  • Get any looming questions answered before making a decision

Use the resources below for additional tips to effectively evaluate and negotiate offers.

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Calvin University’s Career Center team has an exciting announcement to share about our newest resource for students with the introduction of our Labor Market Insights module!  At the Career Center we know just how important a factor salary is when …

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