Hey everyone! I just got an internship offer for a DevOps intern role, and they're offering €1000 per month for a six-month period. I'm curious if this is a fair salary or if I should be asking for more. I'm based in Europe, and I know living costs can vary, so any insights into whether this is reasonable would be super helpful!
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Your situation can vary greatly by country. For example, that amount might not cover rent in a major city like Paris, but it’s not bad for smaller cities or villages. Look at your responsibilities—if they ask a lot from you, maybe you deserve a bump!
It really depends on your location and the cost of living. In Italy, €1000 can be a fair internship salary compared to France, where the legal minimum is often around €600. Just consider what your responsibilities are—if you’re doing a lot, it might be worth negotiating for more!
True, €1000 is a strong salary for Rome, but it isn’t quite enough to live comfortably. Make sure you evaluate what your expenses are before deciding if that’s fair!
Most internships are underpaid or even unpaid, so if you're getting €1000, that’s actually quite good. But don’t forget to check what other interns in your area are earning—it might help you negotiate.
Right? Especially in Canada where minimum wage laws make unpaid internships illegal!
Exactly! In some places, like Portugal, €1000 could be more than enough, but not in big cities.