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Should You Accept Your First Job Offer?

When you get an acceptance letter, your first instinct might be to jump and say yes to the company. However, before you do, take some time to consider all the factors. Does the work you will be doing excite you? What are past employees saying about the company? Is the pay what you are looking for?  There are so many more important questions you need to ask yourself before accepting a job offer.

Tip #1: Have Passion

The last thing …

By Madelyn Weiss
Madelyn Weiss Creative Blog Curator
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How to Advocate for Yourself when Negotiating your Offer

When you accept an internship or full-time position, you may want to negotiate your salary or other aspects of your offer. This process can be intimidating and uncomfortable, especially for students just starting out in the workforce. How do you know if your compensation package is fair? Is your employer paying you adequately for the work you’ll be doing? If you think your pay should be higher, how do you start that conversation? Bentley Career Coaches are a great resource …

By Hailey Jennato
Hailey Jennato Creative Graphic Designer
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The Impact of Reneging on a Job/Internship Offer

Think about this scenario:  a student had a positive summer internship experience at ABC Company and was extended an offer for full-time employment at the end of their internship. ABC Company gave the student two weeks to decide if they will accept that offer or not. The student, wanting to ensure that they have a job at graduation, hastily accepts the offer. Now, the student is hearing about other opportunities from their friends and decides they will “keep looking” to …

By Lisa Dinsmore
Lisa Dinsmore Associate Director, Undergraduate Career Development Center, Pulsifer Career Development Center
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Here’s How Career Coaches Can Help You!

Career Coaches at the Pulsifer Career Development Center are here to help Bentley University students with all things related to jobs and careers. However, many students don’t realize the extent of the services they offer! If you want to meet with your Career Coach, sign up for an appointment via Handshake. You can also learn more about our amazing Career Coaches and staff here!

By Hailey Jennato
Hailey Jennato Creative Graphic Designer
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