So I finally have my first real job opportunity for after graduation. It is not the most secure job, but if things work out... it will be an invaluable experience.
But, I have to propose a starting hourly wage (not a salary position). I know things typically work the other way: they offer, and then we negotiate. But, this falls under special circumstances.
I'm wondering if anybody had advice for calculating a fair starting wage. My online research isn't helping very much, due to this being a rather niche role.
-It is a full time position, with a very good chance of copious overtime, at least during the "in" season.
-It is entry level. Lots of "bi*** work" like cold calls, filing, gopher tasks, etc. BUT, there will also be some far more advanced (for me) tasks, like assisting in tracking finances and such.
-The current national average for college graduates is $16.80/hour.
So... I'm really lost. Currently, my gut is telling me to ask for something like $15/hour. But that's based on intuition rather than solid data.
Any advice from the more seasoned, savvy members of this community?
But, I have to propose a starting hourly wage (not a salary position). I know things typically work the other way: they offer, and then we negotiate. But, this falls under special circumstances.
I'm wondering if anybody had advice for calculating a fair starting wage. My online research isn't helping very much, due to this being a rather niche role.
-It is a full time position, with a very good chance of copious overtime, at least during the "in" season.
-It is entry level. Lots of "bi*** work" like cold calls, filing, gopher tasks, etc. BUT, there will also be some far more advanced (for me) tasks, like assisting in tracking finances and such.
-The current national average for college graduates is $16.80/hour.
So... I'm really lost. Currently, my gut is telling me to ask for something like $15/hour. But that's based on intuition rather than solid data.
Any advice from the more seasoned, savvy members of this community?