Should I negotiate my entry level offer?
I have an offer from a firm I really like, pay is good but definitely under average among T2 consulting firms. Can I negotiate an offer for entry level positions as an undergrad?
I have an offer from a firm I really like, pay is good but definitely under average among T2 consulting firms. Can I negotiate an offer for entry level positions as an undergrad?
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Lol probably not the best idea to negotiate when you don’t have any leverage (for jobs and for other things in life as well)
Appreciate the answer, that's what I figured but many of my peers are pushing to negotiate their own offers.
Pay bands are already preset at most consulting firms, including MBB and T2. They absolutely do not negotiate salary for entry-level undergrad roles. Do not try to do this, it will go nowhere and you will just end up making yourself look bad.
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