Philosophy Behind the Policy
Carnegie Mellon adheres to the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) . In addition, all employers must review and adhere to the
Working with us implies that you have read and agree to adhere to these principles.
Our offer guideline was created in the spirit of being respectful of employers’ timelines and hiring needs while providing students with sufficient time to consider offers of employment. It is designed to minimize incidents of reneging (pursuing and accepting an employment offer after accepting another offer). It has been our experience that students who feel undue pressure to make an employment decision are often more prone to renege after accepting. Adhering to the timeframes detailed in the offer policy is therefore in the best interests of both employers and students.
For all student questions regarding this guideline, please contact your Career Consultant.
Hiring & Offer Policy
- For all return offers* received after completing a summer internship**, students should be given at least until October 15th or three (3) weeks (whichever is later) to respond.
- For all other offers with a start date in the following calendar year/s, students should be given until Nov. 15th or three (3) weeks (whichever is later) to respond.
- All offers with a start date in the current calendar year should provide students a minimum of three (3) weeks to respond.
Offer* with a start date in following calendar year/s (January 2025-December 2025)
Type of Offer Extended |
Earliest Student Response Dates |
Any offer as a result of a summer internship** (return offer) |
October 15th or three weeks (whichever is later) |
All other offers |
November 15th or three weeks (whichever is later) |
Offer with a start date in current calendar year (January 2024-December 2024)
Type of Offer Extended |
Earliest Student Response Dates |
All offers |
Minimum of three weeks |