Student Resources
Additional Responses
- "Given the responsibilities of this job, I would expect this position to pay in the range of.."
- "I'd prefer not to bias salary discussion based on my current salary (if you are employed). My research reveals that for this position the range is from $28,000 to $35,000 depending on other factors. I think I am within that range and I am curious to know what range you are considering."
- "As long as you pay a fair market value and the responsibilities fit my level of skill, I think we can work out a reasonable arrangement. You must have some range in mind. I'll tell you if it is near my competitive value."
- "I am very interested in this offer. I need to have some clarification. Do you think that this offer is a fair market price given the responsibilities of the position and my talents?"
- "Thanks for the offer. I am very excited about working for you, because ABC employer is my first choice. However, knowing the going rate is_________, I was really looking for something in the range of $32,000 to $34,000; is there any possibility of that?"
