#Internship #Feedback #CompensationDetails #EntryLevel #CareerGrowth
So I passed my 6 month internship period 👩💼 and the feedback I received has been pretty good 👍, especially from my team leader 🏆. HR has scheduled a call with me to arrange compensation details and so on. 💼
🏫 Lack of Degree Concerns 🏫
I do not have a CS degree (or any kind of degree for that matter). If they ask me how much I want, should I answer them with an average amount from websites such as levels.fyi for my region? 🌎 Do you think they’d try to low-ball me because I do not have a CS degree and also because the current market sucks? 💰
🌟 Tips for Negotiating Compensation 🌟
1. Research salary ranges for your position in your region using reputable websites like Glassdoor or levels.fyi 📊
2. Focus on your skills, achievements, and the value you bring to the company during the negotiation process 💪
3. Be confident and articulate about your worth, regardless of your educational background 🎓
🤝 Building Trust & Communication 🤝
So far management has been good to me and people in general seem hard-working and pretty honest, but I do not have a lot of experience and I’m curious to know whether this is common practice for entry-level positions. 🤔
🚀 Takeaways for Success 🚀
– Showcase your dedication, willingness to learn, and adaptability in the workplace 🌟
– Seek mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals to accelerate your career growth 🌱
– Continuously improve your skills and stay updated on industry trends to stand out in your field 🔍
Overall, entering the workforce without a degree can present challenges, but with the right mindset, determination, and strategic negotiation tactics, you can pave the way for a successful career path. Remember, your value goes beyond paper credentials, so believe in yourself and your abilities to achieve greatness! ✨
I would be surprised if they are calling you to ask your opinion on what you want. probably they will present you with an offer and you can try to negotiate (emphasis on try, there’s probably very little room for an entry level role).
Usually with this situation you’re not going to have a lot of wiggle room to negotiate, you probably can get a little more than a new entry level engineer just because you already have some familiarity and the onboarding process is already done.
That being said, there’s a huge pool of people in your situation out there waiting to take the role you’re being offered. So they could probably get away with paying you the same as them.
Personally, I would just play it cool and take whatever their offer is if it’s reasonable. Getting out of that entry level bracket is the key to success here and you’re in a position to do that, take the win.
Congrats!
How did you get an internship without being a student?