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Job Offers and Negotiation Skills

Formal offers from your application to a job, internship, research experience or graduate school can come in many forms, shapes and sizes depending on your intended industry or professional experience. See below for support on the most common steps to understanding the offer you’ve just received.

Celebrate National Mentoring Month With Firsthand’s Improved Mentor Matching Program!

Published on January 23, 2025

As we close out January, National Mentoring Month, we would like to introduce the enhanced and updated mentor search feature on Firsthand! With Syracuse University’s notable network of stellar alumni, Firsthand allows for students to explore different careers while expressing …

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Unlimited PTO: Pros, Cons, and How to Determine if It’s Right for You

Published on December 31, 2024

Unlimited paid time off (PTO) policies have gained traction in recent years as companies seek to offer employees more flexibility and autonomy over their work-life balance. At first glance, the idea of being able to take as much time off …

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Search for a career to find salary projections to help you negotiate an offer.

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  1. By Keyword: Search for the name of the occupation you’re interested in.
  2. By Industry: Not sure what job you’d like? Search by desired industry and see available occupations.

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