<prompt> Human: May be getting a job offer in the near future which would be a very significant raise. Is there ever a situation where you just accept an offer and not try to negotiate a higher salary?  <response>: Generally my experience has been that if youre getting a job based on potential, like internships or most entry level positions, dont negotiate. They can always find someone else and your goal should be to stand out as a hard worker instead of make money so you can get to a better job.If youre being hired for your skills or experience, then you should be negotiating for the best you can do. Basically think about it in terms of do they want you as you are, or do they want someone like what you could be in a few monthsyears. That makes all the difference in your negotiating leverage.Also be careful about trying to negotiate for internshipsentry level jobs. Many recruiters Ive talked to take offense at someone with no leverage trying to pull a deal. If you must try negotiating, wait until later in the interviewing process so you can get a feel for the environment and theyve already put some time investment in you. 