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What Does an Offer Look Like?

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A typical offer will contain a lot of legal jargon but will also have important details about the role that the company is offering:

  • Job Title
  • Location
  • Start and end dates
  • In-Person requirements (if any)
  • Compensation
    • Weekly/monthly pay
    • Pay frequency
    • Signing bonus
    • Relocation/housing stipend
    • Other benefits (work from home stipend, health stipend, etc.)
  • Offer expiration date
  • Background check process
  • Immigration status requirements
  • Employment termination rules

If any of this information is confusing or unclear, contact your recruiter or show the offer to a parent, teacher, or advisor. Make sure that you understand the details because they're important for choosing between offers, understanding your compensation, and following the company's rules.