Can you negotiate intern offer?
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Can you negotiate intern offer?
Although some see a salary negotiation as unseemly, you should approach an email from an intern asking to negotiate an internship offer as an opportunity. If you sell your company and the benefits you can provide to the intern, you give the intern a better idea of what to expect from the internship.
Should you negotiate pay for an internship?
Negotiation is an important skill in the workplace, but not so much in an internship. Although securing a paid internship will help you pay for your expenses, you are still not in a position to negotiate a six-figure salary.
How much should I ask for internship?
The average hourly wage rate for a bachelor’s degree intern is $16.26. Generally, the closer to the terminal degree, the higher the internship wage. A college senior, for example, averages 20.2 percent more than a student who just completed the freshman year: $17.47 versus $14.53 per hour.
How much does an intern make?
How Much Do Intern Jobs Pay per Hour?
| Annual Salary | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|
| Top Earners | $53,500 | $26 |
| 75th Percentile | $35,500 | $17 |
| Average | $31,255 | $15 |
| 25th Percentile | $23,000 | $11 |
How do you ask a company for a paid internship?
Hi [INSERT NAME], I wanted to thank you again for interviewing me – I’m really excited about working with you and the rest of [COMPANY NAME]’s team. I’m reaching out because I just received a paid internship offer for the summer. Since I’m going to graduate with student loans, I’m prioritizing paid internships.
How do you politely reject an internship offer?
The Best Email Template for Declining an Internship
- Say thank you.
- Decline in a timely manner.
- Make sure there are no typos or errors.
- Keep the message brief, but clear.
- Be apologetic, but end on a positive note.
- Offer to stay in touch (if appropriate).
Should I accept an internship offer?
Students should receive a written offer with specific job title/location/salary/benefits. Do not accept an offer until it is in writing. If an organization gives you a verbal offer, request a written offer. An emailed offer is an acceptable offer.
How do I ask for internship compensation?
Try: “Thank you for making me an internship offer. I am very interested in interning at X and would like to know about the salary, housing stipend/options, travel expenses and other benefits in the meantime. This will help me make my decision.”
What are your salary expectations for internship?
Based on various job boards and aggregators such as Talent.com, Indeed and Glassdoor, the average annual salary for an internship is around $30k/yr, with low salaries just over $20k and higher-paid internships from $40k to $45k.