Job Offers and Negotiation

Job Searches

Internships

Resources

AgCareers.com Newsletter
Employment Trends (PDF) USDA
Offer Evaluation Tips
(MU College of Business)
What recent MU graduates earn: Destination Survey
(MU Div. of Enrollment Mgmt.)
Negotiation Skills
(MU College of Business)
Job and Internship Resources (by industry and type)
Sperling's Best Places

For Employers

Handbook: Supervising an Intern

By now you probably realize that the job search is a search for information about yourself, the world of work and where you fit. It is your opportunity to evaluate where you can best apply yourself, with which organization and in what capacity.

PowerPoint Presentation on Negotiation

Somewhere along the line, you will be offered a job. Great! Now you have to decide if it fits. The following list identifies some of the factors that you may want to consider before you accept.

Factors to Consider

Salary. Have a range in mind based upon your research of the market value of your assets, your education and experience. Your range should start with the minimum figure acceptable to you and go somewhat higher than your desired figure. Benefits and compensations should also be defined.
Career field/industry. Look at the history of growth, the future needs and trends.
Organization/company. Consider the philosophy of the organization, reputation, management and financial stability.
Position/job. Take a close look at the reason for the vacancy, training programs, job description and opportunities for advancement.
Supervisor/co-workers. Are you comfortable with the staff? Consider the organizational chart and the relationships between the boss and your colleagues.
General lifestyle. The geographical location is an important consideration. Look at the opportunities for recreation, culture and education.

Making the Decision

Go back to your original job search goal. Look at your priorities. Do you still agree with these priorities or have they changed during your job search? Does this job match? Look at your feelings as well as your thoughts, but form your feelings with careful, factual information.

If all matches, then go for it and reward yourself; you have worked hard!

Market Value Resources

Following are some links that may help you to determine market value for positions and negotiation strategies:

What recent MU graduates earn: Destination Survey
NACEWeb Salary Survey for recent graduates
Federal Government Salary table
Glassdoor