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Contact Career Services
careerservices@csp.edu 
Office: LU 110
Local: (651) 603-6241
Fax: (651) 603-6298

Mailing Address
275 Syndicate Street North
St. Paul, MN 55104-5494
Local: 651-641-8278

The Hiring Process

Each company and organization has its own unique hiring process. Some of the steps may be similar so it's a good idea to direct your specific questions to your potential employer.

Offers

If things go well, all your hard work will pay off and you will receive a job offer. In some cases, you may receive multiple offers. Now it is up to you to decide if you want to accept the offer. It is important that you review each offer carefully and evaluate all the relevant details. Some things to consider include: benefits, salary, location and commute, work place environment, work schedules, cost of living, potential for advancement, and many other things. Below are some links that may help you evaluate job offers:

Evaluating Job Offers

Questions to Consider When Evaluating a Job Offer

Comparing Job Offers

Declining a Job Offer

Benefits

Most jobs offer more than a mere salary and when considering a position, it is a good idea to look at the entire benefits package. Some benefits have a cash value while other benefits may impact t your quality of life or job satisfaction. Both types of benefits should be considered carefully. Benefits can be complicated especially if you are new to job market. The resources below offer some explanations about various benefits as well as some tips about how to assess the value of the benefits.

Benefits: What to Ask and When to Ask

Evaluating a Benefits Package

Please contact Renee Rerko about content on this page last updated on November 11 2008.
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