Benefits are important at any stage of your career:
- You are young. You may not think you need health care services and other protections right now, but you will at some point in your life. If you don't have access to company-provided coverage, you will have to purchase it privately—perhaps at a much higher price.
- You want the best deal. Benefits are being increasingly used by employers as an incentive for employee recruitment and retention. Therefore, knowing the standard benefits offered by companies in your field can give you a competitive edge during negotiations.
- You are in transition. Your next job may not cover the services you have been getting from your old employer. Knowing the implications of your choices can help you better plan your future.
Page last updated in July 2008.
Interview and Negotiate
