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.