pointers for first "real" job salary negotiation

Generally, yes I would shoot for around 10% over the target. But it will likely not work if you cannot explain why. Generally, bigger companies have a range and they will offer college grads roughly the same amount. You need to be able to explain to them why you are more valuable than them right off the bat. One example would be that you will not need as much training because you have certain skillsets already.

What bargaining power do you have as an entry level position? You can't ask for 10% for the frick of it.


Besides, I thought you had connections to get you a good paying cushy job when you graduated, what happened?

I don't know what field your in but when we hire first time job people we don't even ask what they want to be paid. We just hit them with a number and 98% of the time they say yes. IT related is my field.

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i have other options

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So do they and probably way more. If it's a position you really want, I would not haggle for measly 5-10% and risk losing the job. In a short time, if you're any good, you should be able to make up the difference. If that 10% is a deal breaker, be prepared to walk and take another position.

If Glassdoor has reviews they have a salary range usually. Id ask for something in the top end of the range.

If you're good they'll make it right or you'll get a better opportunity and pay