New grads under-negotiate by an average of $5k–$10k their first year. The companies expect a counter. Here are 3 scripts to write, pick the angle that fits.
When to use which angle
Anchor, you have a competing offer or solid market data. Counter with a specific number.
Range, no competing offer, want to leave room. Open a band and let them come in higher.
Alternate-comp, base is locked but you can move on signing, equity, start date, PTO, relocation, sign-on stock refresh.
SundayApply generates negotiation kits at offer-time too.
When you land an offer through SundayApply, the Pro tier auto-generates a negotiation kit with your market data, your competing offers, and 3 scripts already tied to the recruiter you’ve been talking to.