Courtesy dictates that you acknowledge a written job offer, even if you are not ready to accept or decline it. Take note of the details of the offer, as specified in your offer letter, and respond appropriately. Items to remember:
Thank the employer
for the opportunity presented;
Indicate that you understand
the terms of the offer, or if you don’t, ask for
clarification;
A smart employer will
know that you need to consider various employment options
in order to make a wise decision; you may need to compare
the offer to another pending offer;
However, you may need
to make a decision before you know whether or not you
will receive another offer.
Consult a Career
Services Advisor if you need assistance handling offers
or making a decision.
Acknowledging
a Job offer