What is a Job Offer Negotiation?

Offer negotiation is a process in which you and a representative of your current or prospective company discuss the terms and conditions of employment. This can include things including base salary, start date, vacation hours, relocation costs, and more.

Whether you are a long-time employee or a new hire, if you feel that your salary does not reflect your abilities, you can negotiate to ensure you are getting fair market value for your skills, experience, and knowledge.

Resources for Entering the Workforce Post-Parental Leave

We have compiled a few tips on entering the workforce for KATIEs who are pursuing a degree while planning to join the workforce after a parental leave!

If you would like support in developing an action plan to make concrete …

By Teresa Butel
Teresa Butel Career Education Supervisor
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Interviewing While Non-Binary | Tips for Job Hunting with Confidence

For a growing number of individuals publicly identifying as non-binary, the job search and application process can be filled with a lot of unknowns. In addition to preparing for interview questions and wondering if you’ll connect with the hiring manager, …

By Meagan Baker
Meagan Baker Career Specialist
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How to Answer the ‘Tell Me About Yourself’ Interview Question

One of the more common interview questions you will receive is: “Tell me about yourself.” It’s often the first question you receive in an interview, and while it might seem, on the surface, to be a lazy and simple one, …

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Career Resources

Florida State University (FSU) has put together a list of things that you can consider when evaluating a job offer.

What’s the best thing to do when you’re interviewing for multiple jobs, and you’re not sure when or if you’re …

The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) is the leading source of free, expert, and confidential guidance on job accommodations and disability …

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